Drake’s betting streak is now in play, and the Argentine fans are suddenly weary, despite Drake’s massive stake on their victory.
Popular rapper Drake placed a $1,000,000 bet on the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against the Spanish team. With over $5 million to be won, however, for superstitious fans who believe in the Drake curse, the bet may be a clear indicator of a winner, and it’s not Argentina. In the last eight years and fourteen straight wins in the World Cup, the Drake curse may be the superstition that (hopefully not) ends their streak.
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What is the Drake curse?
Being a fan of the Drake fandom means you are aware of his passion for betting in sports, so much so that it would seem the “Tussi Slide” rapper now has a partnership with Stake. Over the years, he has bet on several high-profile matches, from UFC to basketball and even the Super Bowl. One thing that has remained constant is that he never seems to catch a break with the losses, so much so that, for sports fans, there is a curse on any athlete or team Drake chooses to support or bet on, as they are bound to lose. Hence, the Drake curse.
According to thedrakecurse.com, over the years, Drake is currently $1,555,072 down all-time from his public sports bets. Over 87 bets, he has wagered $38,721,668, returning $37,166,596, and has lost approximately $1.67 million betting on football matches alone.
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