A simmering tension between Drake and Serena Williams appears to be bubbling again, revived by a string of subtle moves and a single social media “like” that fans immediately dissected.
The conversation first reignited after Serena Williams appeared alongside Kendrick Lamar during the Super Bowl Halftime Show—a moment some online observers speculated was a quiet nod in support of Lamar during his feud with Drake. While that interpretation was unconfirmed, the internet wasted no time connecting dots, especially when Drake began dropping indirect digital breadcrumbs shortly after.
The latest—and loudest—signal arrived this week. Drake posted a series of photos with Sexyy Red on a tennis court and captioned it:
“I said tennis lesson she said where’s the bracelet or the necklace.”
Beneath the post, a fan commented:
“Serena Williams upgrade.”
And Drake liked it.
The seemingly small action set off a viral debate about whether the Toronto superstar was co-signing Sexyy Red taking shots at the tennis icon.
Serena Responds — Calmly and Clearly
Serena eventually addressed the situation in an interview with Time, shutting down the idea that she harbored any negative feelings or sent any subtle shots Drake’s way.
“I would never do that,” she said.
“It’s unfortunate that anyone would think so. I’ve known him for many years and have never harbored negative sentiments toward him.”
Her response was poised, but fans continued speculating—especially given the duo’s complicated romantic history and the long-standing curiosity surrounding their past.
Meanwhile, Drake Focuses on His “Iceman” Rollout
Despite the trending drama, Drake is fully locked in on launching his upcoming album, Iceman. The project is gaining momentum thanks to three strong singles:
- “What Did I Miss?”
- “Which One” ft. Central Cee
- “Dog House” with Yeat & Julia Wolf
To keep fans engaged, Drake has been running interactive livestreams throughout the rollout. The feedback loop, he says, gives him direct insight into fan reactions.
“The feedback from my fans has been incredible,” he told Complex.
“The live interactions foster a sense of community.”
Ending each livestream in public places—sometimes surrounded by fans—has helped shape the album’s buzz and added unpredictability to the campaign.
A Familiar Storyline
With Iceman on the horizon, speculation about Drake and Serena Williams adds another layer of intrigue to an already heavy news cycle. But based on the album’s early reception, the music may soon eclipse the renewed debate over their dynamic.
For now, Drake’s quiet “like” continues to do what social media does best: stir conversation with the smallest possible gesture.
