CEO Apologizes for US Open Hat Incident Amid Public Backlash

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Polish CEO Piotr Szczerek apologized after a viral incident at the U.S. Open where he snatched a tennis hat from a young fan, initially defending his actions with a 'first come, first served' comment, but later expressing regret and returning the hat following widespread criticism and damage to his reputation and business.
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