In a fiery moment during the 2024 ESPY Awards, tennis legend Serena Williams took a jab at Harrison Butker, the Kansas City Chiefs kicker who had previously sparked controversy with his commencement speech about women's roles. The incident occurred as Serena, accompanied by her sister Venus and actress Quinta Brunson, was on stage to honor women's sports at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.

While addressing the crowd, Venus emphasized the importance of recognizing women's sports as on par with any other sport. As she spoke, Serena was seen giggling before turning serious and directing her remarks towards Harrison Butker. Serena exclaimed, "Except you, Harrison Butker. We don't need you."

Earlier, Butker had attended the awards show dressed in a suit and bow tie, but it remains unclear how he reacted to Serena's comment. The photograph of his arrival added to the tension already present due to Butker's controversial commencement speech at Benedictine College in Kansas.

In his speech, Butker had urged female graduates to prioritize becoming homemakers for their families, which drew immediate backlash from across the nation, particularly from professional women in the workplace. Additionally, Butker, who identifies as a staunch Catholic, used the opportunity to criticize the LGBTQ community and President Joe Biden's stance on abortion. Despite the negative response, Butker remained steadfast in defending his views and expressed his unwavering support for Catholicism and traditional American values.

Meanwhile, Serena, who served as the host for the ESPYs, brought humor to the evening with a lighthearted monologue about WNBA phenom Caitlin Clark. She jokingly remarked, "You are the Larry Bird in that you are an amazing player, you have ties to Indiana, and white people are really crazy about you." Serena's presence and commentary demonstrated her command of the stage and her ability to entertain.

Serena's remarks towards Butker added an extra dose of excitement to the event, highlighting the ongoing discussion surrounding gender roles and the importance of equality in sports. The 2024 ESPY Awards undoubtedly left a lasting impression, with Serena Williams asserting her stance and the audience eagerly awaiting Butker's response to the challenge issued by the tennis superstar.