Drizzy Dollars: Drake’s Million-dollar Bets and the Curse that Won’t Quit

Aubrey ‘Drake’ Graham, the chart-topping rapper and pop culture icon, is known for more than just his music. Davidson Abraham writes that in recent years, Drake has become a fixture in the world of sports betting, placing high-stakes wagers on everything from UFC fights to the Super Bowl. These bets, often documented on social media with hefty sums of money on display, have become a source of both entertainment and controversy.

The so-called’ Drake Curse’ is the most intriguing aspect of Drake’s betting habits. Fans and analysts have observed a curious trend: athletes or teams that Drake publicly supports tend to lose. This unofficial jinx has fueled endless online debates and added a layer of drama to Drake’s wagers.

This perceived curse has only been amplified by the ongoing feud between Drake and fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar. Their lyrical sparring has fascinated hip-hop fans for years, and some see Drake’s losing bets as a potential manifestation of Kendrick’s lyrical diss tracks. While there’s no factual basis for such a connection, it adds another layer of intrigue to the narrative.

Beyond the theatrics, Drake’s betting raises questions about the influence of celebrities on sports. His massive social media following means his support for a particular team or athlete can generate significant buzz. This, in turn, could potentially affect betting lines or even the outcome of a game, with some fans placing bets based on Drake’s pick rather than their own analysis.

However, it’s important to remember that Drake is not always on the losing end. In February 2024, his $1.15 million bet on the Kansas City Chiefs to win the Super Bowl paid off handsomely, netting him a cool $2.34 million. This victory, dubbed by fans the ‘End of the Drake Curse’, showed that even a perceived jinx can be broken.

One thing’s for sure: Drake’s high-stakes bets will continue to generate headlines and fuel online discussions. Whether backing the underdog or the favourite, his wagers add a layer of entertainment to the world of sports. And who knows, maybe one day he’ll even collaborate with Kendrick Lamar on a diss track about the “curse” phenomenon. That would be a million-dollar headline.