New York, USA — Canadian rapper Drake has lost a sports bet worth more than N2.3 billion after Argentina were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. CDA News Nigeria gathered that the music star had wagered $1.5 million on Argentina to defeat Spain in the tournament’s showpiece.
Before the final, Drake shared a screenshot of the high-stakes bet on his Instagram page, revealing he stood to receive a payout of more than $5.1 million if Argentina emerged victorious. However, Spain secured the title with a narrow victory, leaving the Grammy-winning rapper without a return on his wager.
The result has reignited discussions about the so-called “Drake Curse,” a popular superstition among sports fans suggesting that teams or athletes backed by Drake often go on to lose. While the theory remains a fan-driven myth, it has resurfaced following another unsuccessful high-profile bet by the rapper.
“What’s that saying??? Better luck next time…” Drake wrote on Instagram while sharing the betting slip before the final.
With Spain crowned world champions, attention now shifts to post-tournament celebrations, while Drake adds another costly wager to his long list of public sports betting losses.
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