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Entertainment July 20, 2026

Drake's £1.1 Million Sports Betting Loss Revealed

Drake's £1.1 Million Sports Betting Loss Revealed

As the 2026 World Cup celebrations continue in Spain, rapper Drake has suffered yet another loss in his long string of betting misfortunes.

The 39-year-old Canadian artist is no stranger to placing large bets on sports teams and athletes, but his track record is dismal, with a staggering 56 losses out of 88 bets.

His most recent loss came when he wagered $1.5 million on Lionel Scaloni's Argentina squad to win the FIFA World Cup, which ultimately lost 1-0 in extra time.

Drake pulling a confused expression on a red carpet

With a net worth of $400 million, Drake's losses have been substantial, with estimates suggesting he has lost over $62 million on his bets.

Drake's betting record is a far cry from his net worth, with a strike rate of just 36.4% and a total of 32 wins out of 88 bets.

His most profitable sport has been cricket, which has earned him $997,500, while football accounts for the majority of his losses, totaling $3.17 million.

Spain v Argentina: Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

Despite his losses, Drake remains a prominent figure in the world of sports betting, with his most popular sport being the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he has wagered $14.45 million across 26 bets.

Drake has been vocal about his betting habits, claiming that the "Drake curse" is nothing more than a joke and that he is a "flawed sports better."

However, his fans and followers are more skeptical, with many predicting his losses and even calling for him to stop betting altogether.

LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 30: Drake speaks onstage during Drake's Till Death Do Us Part rap battle on October 30, 2021 in Long Beach, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) 14125257 14407571 14412065 14416209

With four years to go before the next World Cup, it remains to be seen if Drake will be able to turn his betting fortunes around.

One thing is certain, however - the rapper's betting losses will continue to be a topic of discussion and speculation in the world of sports and entertainment.

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