Popular rapper Drake has once again set the internet abuzz, triggering fresh speculation about his complicated history with tennis legend Serena Williams. The artist sparked new reactions after fans spotted what appeared to be a subtle dig at his former flame in a recent social media post.
Tennis-Themed Post and Cryptic Caption
On Monday, Drake shared a series of new photos featuring himself and fellow rapper Sexyy Red in a tennis-themed photoshoot. The caption he chose immediately caught the attention of his followers: "I said tennis lesson she said where’s the bracelet or the necklace." This seemingly playful line was widely interpreted by fans as a potential reference to his past relationship with Williams.
Comment Section Activity Fuels the Fire
However, it was the rapper's activity in the comments section that truly ignited the conversation. Fans quickly noticed that Drake had liked a comment which suggested that Serena Williams had "upgraded." This single action sent social media into a frenzy, reviving debates about the pair's long and storied history together.
A History of Quiet Exchanges
This recent incident is far from the first time the two global icons have engaged in a quiet back-and-forth. Earlier this year, Serena Williams made headlines when she made a surprise appearance during Kendrick Lamar's performance at the Super Bowl. Lamar's song, "Not Like Us," is widely recognized as a diss track aimed at Drake.
Williams further fueled the speculation by confirming her participation, posting a photo of herself in the exact same outfit she wore on stage. Later, while hosting the 2024 ESPYS awards, she made a joke about Kendrick Lamar's lyrical prowess, stating that no one—"not even me"—should pick a fight with him.
She added a pointed remark, suggesting that the next time Drake sits courtside at a Toronto Raptors game, the crowd might humorously tell him, "Seat's taken." In response to her Super Bowl appearance, Drake shared a throwback photo of himself with Serena's former agent, Jill Smoller—a move many saw as his own subtle clapback.
Drake and Serena Williams were romantically linked between 2011 and 2015. While neither has openly rekindled a public conflict, their fans have remained vigilant, meticulously tracking these quiet, nuanced exchanges over the years, proving that some celebrity stories are never truly over.
