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Serena lights up Desert Smash

ByNina Pantic

Published Mar 07, 2018

Much to the delight of her many fans, Serena Williams hosted Desert Smash on Tuesday, an exhibition mixing Hollywood and tennis for a good cause.

The new mom played a little doubles, enjoyed some fun and games and even showcased her dance moves.

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The action-packed day featured celebrity appearances by Amanda Cerny, Omar Miller, King Bach, Dr. Phil, Colton Haynes, J.B. Smoove, Wanda Sykes and many more, including co-host Lisa Lesie. The player contingent included Williams, Victoria Azarenka, Sam Querrey, Hyeon Chung, Bob and Mike Bryan.

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The exhibition raised money for the Yetunde Price Resource Center and Sophie's Voice.

Williams opens her Indian Wells campaign against Zarina Diyas on Thursday. It marks her first WTA match since winning her 23rd Grand Slam in Melbourne last year.

Serena lights up Desert Smash

From Day 1 through to the Finals.

Up to 7 courts, including the biggest matches of each day.

Live and on-demand.

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