Serena Williams responded to Drake’s comments following her Super Bowl performance

Serena Williams Claps Back at Drake’s Super Bowl Shade – And It’s Game, Set, Match

If there’s one thing Serena Williams knows how to do—besides dominating the tennis court—it’s handling critics with style, grace, and just the right amount of spice. And when a certain rapper named Drake had something to say about her Super Bowl performance, she wasn’t about to let it slide.

Let’s set the scene: The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the biggest stages in the world. The lights, the energy, the anticipation—it’s the kind of moment reserved for legends. So, when Serena Williams made a stunning cameo during the show, the world took notice. Social media lit up with praise for the 23-time Grand Slam champion, celebrating her presence, her power, and her undeniable aura.

But not everyone was feeling the love. Enter Drake—rapper, former friend, and longtime member of the Serena Williams appreciation club (at least, once upon a time). In what some might call a cryptic yet pointed comment, he appeared to throw shade at Serena’s Super Bowl moment. Whether it was about her performance, her legacy, or just an attempt to insert himself into the conversation (because, let’s be real, Drake loves making things about Drake), the message was clear: he had something to say.

And Serena? Oh, she had something to say right back.

Rather than taking the bait and diving into a social media spat, Serena did what she does best—she served up a response with precision and poise. In an interview shortly after the event, she addressed the chatter with a signature blend of confidence and coolness.

“I’ve spent my entire career proving people wrong,” she said, a knowing smile on her face. “This is nothing new. At this point, I don’t even need to respond—I let my presence speak for itself.”

Oof. If responses were forehands, that one just painted the baseline.

Serena’s words carried the weight of decades of dominance, of battles fought and won, of a legacy cemented so deeply that no offhand comment could ever shake it. She didn’t need to fire back with insults or drama—because she knows exactly who she is and what she’s accomplished.

Meanwhile, the internet did what the internet does best—taking sides, dissecting the drama, and turning Serena’s response into the latest viral moment. Fans applauded her for staying above the fray, while others couldn’t help but wonder why Drake was still caught up in Serena’s orbit all these years later.

As for Serena? She’s got bigger things to focus on. A legacy that speaks volumes. A family she adores. Business ventures that are thriving. And the knowledge that, when it comes to battles worth fighting, she’s already won the most important ones.

So, Drake can say what he wants. But in this match? Serena Williams just aced him—again.