Biggest tennis internet hits today: Serena Williams shares uplifting words to empower her fans; Lorenzo Musetti’s baby boy adorably awaits a "goodnight kiss" from the Italian, and more

Tennis legend Serena Williams delivered heartfelt words of affirmation to empower her supporters. In other news, Lorenzo Musetti’s baby boy adorably awaited his father's "goodnight kiss" in a heartwarming moment in Vienna.

Meanwhile, Coco Gauff expressed excitement as American rapper Tyler, The Creator mentioned her in a new single from his upcoming album 'Chromakopia.' Coco Gauff showcased her beautiful natural hair in a Carol's Daughter commercial.

On that note, here's a recap of today's biggest tennis internet hits:

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Tennis icon Serena Williams shares empowering words to motivate her fans

Serena Williams conveyed a few words of encouragement for her fans to repeat before bedtime. Williams uses her social media to promote positivity and self-care awareness.

Recently, the 43-year-old shared on her X account an affirmation that individuals should recite before going to sleep.

"Before you go to bed tonight look yourself in the mirror and say “ you are gorgeous. You are beautiful and you are loved”. Love ya," wrote Williams.

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Lorenzo Musetti's baby boy eagerly awaits his "goodnight kiss" from the Italian

Lorenzo Musetti's girlfriend, Veronica Confalonieri, captured a delightful moment of their son eagerly awaiting his father's goodnight kiss.

While Musetti was competing at the Vienna Open, Veronica posted an adorable video on her Instagram story featuring their son, Ludovico, where she could be seen tickling him as he giggled joyfully. She also posted another heartwarming photo of Musetti enjoying playtime with their son.

"Waiting for your goodnight kiss @lore_musetti," she captioned one of her Instagram stories.

Lorenzo Musetti's wife Veronica Confalonieri's Instagram story/@veronica.confalonieri

Sixth seed Lorenzo Muestti concluded his Erste Bank Open campaign in Vienna, with a 2-6, 4-6 loss to seventh seed Jack Draper in the semifinal on October 26. Musetti will next be in action at the Paris Masters (October 28 - November 3) as a 16th seed. The Italian tennis star will take on Jan-Lennard Struff for a spot in the second round, where he might face either Arthur Fils or Marin Cilic.

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Coco Gauff reacts with joy as Tyler, The Creator name-drops her in a new single from his upcoming album 'Chromakopia'

Coco Gauff was ecstatic to be mentioned in American rapper Tyler, The Creator's newest single, "Thought I Was Dead," which is part of his upcoming album, "Chromakopia." Tyler recently shared a snippet of the track on Instagram, featuring a verse that highlights Gauff's powerful serve.

"B**ch, you ain't Coco Gauff, you can't serve me."

Gauff was delighted by the reference and shared the video on her Instagram stories, expressing her surprise at the unexpected shoutout.

"Me finishing practice to being mentioned on a Tyler song. This is absolutely insane," Gauff wrote.

The American tennis star also left a comment under the original video, conveying her excitement about the mention.

"Me waking up today on tyler song wtf," Gauff commented.

Coco Gauff's Instagram story and her comment under Tyler, the creator's post (@cocogauff; @feliciathegoat)

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Coco Gauff flaunts her natural hair in Carol's Daughter commercial

Coco Gauff showcased her natural hair in a commercial shoot for the New York-based hair care brand, Carol's Daughter.

Gauff, who inked a multi-year deal with the brand in April 2024, shared several photos on social media from the shoot. In the images, the American tennis star could be seen wearing an all-white outfit with half of her hair styled in braids and posed with the brand's hair care products alongside journalist Taylor Rooks.

"Had a great day with @taylorrooks on set with @carolsdaughter #gogoddessstrong," Gauff captioned her Instagram stories.

Coco Gauff's Instagram stories/@cocogauff

Coco Gauff recently wrapped up her Wuhan Open campaign with a semifinal defeat against eventual champion Aryna Sabalenka. The American tennis star will next compete at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (November 2 - 9).