Drake's headline-making sports betting streak has taken another costly turn after the rapper lost a $1.5 million bet on Argentina to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final.
The Grammy-winning artist backed the defending champions through an eye-catching wager placed on Stake, but Spain's dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina ended hopes of a massive payday.
Drake Misses Out on $5.1 Million Payout
According to reports, Drake's $1.5 million bet would have earned him more than $5.1 million had Argentina successfully defended its World Cup title.
Instead, Spain's victory meant the Canadian superstar walked away empty-handed, adding another expensive loss to his growing list of high-profile sports wagers.
"Drake Curse" Trends Again
Following Argentina's defeat, social media users quickly revived the long-running "Drake Curse" theory.
The viral internet joke suggests that athletes and teams publicly supported by Drake often suffer unexpected defeats. While there's no evidence supporting the superstition, fans once again flooded social media with memes after Argentina's loss.
The phrase has become a recurring part of sports culture whenever Drake shares one of his multimillion-dollar betting slips before a major event.
Another Costly Week for Drake
The World Cup loss came just days after Drake reportedly lost another $1 million wager on Conor McGregor.
McGregor's highly anticipated comeback fight ended early after the former UFC champion suffered a serious knee injury, resulting in a first-round TKO victory for Max Holloway and another unsuccessful bet for the rapper.
The back-to-back losses quickly became one of the week's biggest talking points across social media.
Drake Continues High-Stakes Betting
Despite the recent setbacks, Drake remains one of the world's most recognizable celebrity sports bettors.
The rapper frequently places seven-figure wagers on major sporting events, including championship games, boxing matches, UFC fights and football finals.
While his losses often dominate headlines, Drake has also celebrated several multimillion-dollar betting wins over the years, although those victories typically receive far less attention online.