Serena Williams’ husband, Alexis Ohanian, firmly responded to a troll who threatened to bring hecklers to ATHLOS NYC2025. The event, founded by Ohanian, celebrates women’s excellence in sport, sound, and culture and is scheduled for October in New York City.
The tension began after Ohanian promoted the event on X. A user mocked him, claiming they would heckle athletes like at a previous bankrupt meet. Ohanian swiftly replied, referencing consequences for such harassment at past events and warning of immediate ejection.
When the troll escalated, claiming to bring more hecklers and invoking First Amendment rights, Ohanian didn’t back down. He suggested the user pursue something productive instead of spreading negativity online.
Using AI to clarify legal boundaries, Ohanian posted a screenshot explaining that free speech rights don’t apply at private events. His informed approach shut down the troll effectively, earning praise for his composure and use of facts.
