Drake's Monumental Super Bowl Wager Ignites Superstition Among NFL Fans
As the New England Patriots prepare to face the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX this Sunday evening, global rap icon Drake has ignited a frenzy by placing an enormous bet on the outcome. The Canadian superstar has staked a colossal £735,000, equivalent to one million US dollars, on the Patriots securing victory outright at Levi's Stadium.
A History of High-Stakes Losses Haunts the Rapper's Latest Gamble
Drake, famed for hits like 'Hotline Bling' and 'One Dance', took to Instagram to share his betting slip from the platform Stake, accompanied by the bold caption "Bet against me if you dare" and a series of laughing emojis. The wager offers odds of nearly 2/1, which would net him a staggering £2.1 million payout if the Patriots clinch their first Vince Lombardi Trophy since 2018.
However, the rapper's extensive and well-documented history of unsuccessful sports bets has sent shockwaves of concern through the fanbase. Supporters, particularly those in Maryland backing the Seahawks, are gripped by the fear that Drake's notorious 'curse' could once again determine the result.
Social Media Erupts with Scepticism and Mocking Predictions
The comments section beneath Drake's Instagram post was flooded with sarcastic remarks and ominous forecasts. One user garnered almost 18,000 likes by stating "Man oh man seahawks winning," while another declared "Congrats to the Seahawks." Further comments included "Seahawks are officially super bowl champions" and the joking observation "Yup we know how this goes," highlighting widespread belief in the so-called Drake jinx.
This superstition is firmly rooted in a long string of high-profile betting failures by the 39-year-old musician. Recent losses include a £147,000 bet on Jake Paul to defeat Anthony Joshua in a Miami boxing match, which ended in a sixth-round knockout for Paul. Similarly, Drake lost the same amount backing Jannik Sinner to win the US Open, only for the Italian to fall to Carlos Alcaraz in the final.
A Comprehensive Track Record of Unfortunate Sports Predictions
Drake's unfortunate betting portfolio extends far beyond these examples. Additional notable losses encompass wagers on:
- The Edmonton Oilers to win the 2024 Stanley Cup
- Canada to beat Argentina in the Copa America semi-finals
- Israel Adesanya to defeat Alex Pereira at UFC 281 in November 2022
- The Oklahoma City Thunder to overcome the Indiana Pacers in last year's NBA Finals
Within the NFL specifically, Drake has made nineteen selections excluding this Super Bowl bet, winning only six and losing a remarkable thirteen. Cricket stands as the sole sport where he maintains a positive record, with three successful bets yielding a total return of £1.9 million.
Bookmakers Favour the Seahawks as Kick-Off Approaches
In contrast to Drake's confidence, leading bookmakers including Paddy Power have installed the Seattle Seahawks as clear favourites. They price Mike MacDonald's team at 4/9, with the Patriots offered at 9/5. Super Bowl LX is scheduled to commence at 11.30pm UK time on Sunday, February 8, promising a thrilling climax to the NFL season.
As the anticipation builds, the intersection of celebrity culture, high-stakes gambling, and sporting superstition creates a compelling narrative. Whether Drake can finally break his infamous curse or whether the Seahawks will benefit from his poor track record remains the burning question on every fan's mind.
