Coco Gauff receiving a special mention in Tyler, The Creator's new song draws delightful reaction from Jalen Sera
Coco Gauff recently received a surprise mention in American rapper Tyler, The Creator's new single 'Thought I Was Dead,' from his upcoming album 'Chromakopia.' While Gauff was taken aback by the shoutout, Jalen Sera enthusiastically highlighted the reference.
Tyler recently shared an exciting glimpse of the new track on social media. The teaser instantly grabbed the attention of the tennis community, as a line in the rap verse featured a reference to the World No. 3's serving ability.
"B**ch, you ain't Coco Gauff, you can't serve me," he said.
As a longtime fan of Tyler, The Creator, Gauff was thrilled by the "absolutely insane" mention. Gauff posted on her Instagram story.
"Me finishing practice to being mentioned on a Tyler song. This is absolutely insane."
The American shared a similar sentiment in a comment on the rapper's post, continuing to express her surprise at the shoutout.
"Me waking up today on tyler song wtf 😭.
Jalen Sera, meanwhile, signaled his amazement and delightedly shared the acronym tied to the lyrics involving Gauff.
"😮💨," Sera commented on the rapper's post.
"YACGYCSM!," he posted on his Instagram story.
Coco Gauff and Jalen Sera often interact on social media, exchanging warm messages. Earlier this year, Sera expressed his admiration for the World No. 3 as she served as the flagbearer for Team USA at the Paris Olympics.
"Captain Co🫡🇺🇸," Sera wrote.
He later lavished praise on Gauff's "electric" display at the US Open, delighting the 20-year-old. Sera recently also positively reacted to the World No. 3 showing off her all-black ensemble, earning an adorable response.
"Blackoutttt," he commented.
"🖤🖤🖤," Gauff responded.
Coco Gauff's brother Codey received warm wishes from Jalen Sera after announcing his commitment to University of Missouri's baseball team
In addition to Coco Gauff, Jalen Sera often warmly interacts with her family on social media. The 20-year-old's brother Codey recently made a major announcement about his future, disclosing that he had committed to play college baseball for the University of Missouri.
The 17-year-old was showered with well wishes from his family and friends. Alongside their parents, the World No. 3 also expressed her immense pride at her brother's achievement, sharing that she was "beyond happy" for him.
"So proud of you codey! beyond happy for you!" Gauff commented.
Jalen Sera also extended his heartfelt congratulations to Codey, celebrating the accomplishment.
"Congratulations Codey! 🤝🏾," Sera posted.
On the tennis front, Coco Gauff is gearing up for the 2024 WTA Finals, scheduled to commence on November 2 in Riyadh. The American will face tough competition from the likes of Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina, and Jessica Pegula as she aims to clinch her maiden title at the year-end championships.