Serena Williams Leaves ESPYs Fans Divided with Dance and Dedication to Maria Sharapova.

Serena Williams proved she's a smash hit on and off the courtPhoto byCredit: Getty

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Serena Williams Shows Off Singing and Dancing at ESPYs

Serena Williams, the tennis legend, showcased her singing and dancing talents at the ESPYs in Los Angeles, leaving fans divided. At 42, Williams was the host of the prestigious awards ceremony and took the opportunity to settle old scores, repurposing a song famously sung to her by Jamie Foxx.

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Dedication to Maria Sharapova

Williams dedicated a remix of Jamie Foxx's song, "I Wanna Be Your Tennis Ball," to her old rival, Maria Sharapova. Through fits of laughter, she said:

"We wanted to do another remix of Jamie's beautiful and utterly unacceptable song. I dedicate this one to a very special person in my life... this one goes out to Maria Sharapova."

Maria Sharapova had a rivalry with WilliamsPhoto byCredit: Getty

Lyrics from the Remix

• "She could be my tennis ball. She's Russian, blond, and very tall."
• "People say we had a feud, which was presumptuous and kinda rude. Besides that, I beat her 20 times."
• "We were like the guys in Challengers but way more hot."
• "So let me put this on the record. That she could be my tennis ball."

Fan Reactions

Viewers had mixed reactions to Williams' performance:

• "Let me find out Serena is hilarious," posted one fan.
• "She has a beautiful singing voice idk why I’m surprised," added another.
• "Petty but not surprising," commented a third.

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Reference to Drake and Kendrick Lamar's Feud

Williams also referenced the ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. After Drake dissed Serena's husband, Alexis Ohanian, in a song, Lamar defended Williams in his track "Not Like Us." Williams humorously noted:

"If I've learned anything this year, it's that none of us... not a single one of us, not even me, should ever pick a fight with Kendrick Lamar."

Williams then performed the Crip Walk as Lamar's track played in the background, a dance associated with the Compton-based Crips gang, where Lamar hails from.

Kendrick Lamar defended Serena in Like ThatPhoto byCredit: Getty

Conclusion

Serena Williams' performance at the ESPYs highlighted her multi-talented personality and sparked a lively debate among fans. While some appreciated her humor and singing, others found it petty. Nonetheless, Williams once again proved she's a smash hit both on and off the court.

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