The "Drake curse" strikes again, loses USD 1 million in Super Bowl LX
The Canadian artist trusted Boston's "underdog," but the Seahawks' defense thwarted his plans and his wallet. Despite the defeat, his partnership with Stake continues to make global headlines.
Drake is trending worldwide again, and once more, it's not because of the release of a new album, but because of his sports betting record. This Sunday, February 8, the rapper watched 1 million dollars vanish after the New England Patriots' loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX.
True to his provocative style, the ambassador of the crypto betting platform Stake had shared his ticket on Instagram hours before the game with a defiant caption: "Bet against me if you dare." If the Patriots had pulled off the feat, Drake would have pocketed nearly 3 million dollars. However, the final score was a decisive 29-13 in favor of Seattle.
Chronicle of a Death Foretold
Although the Patriots entered the game as clear "underdogs," Drake decided to risk his capital on them. The reality on the field was harsh: the Seahawks' defense completely neutralized the offense led by quarterback Drake Maye, leaving the musician with no chance to cash out.
On social media, the defeat immediately revived the urban legend known as the "Drake Curse." The recurring joke online suggests that any team or athlete who receives the Canadian's public support is doomed to lose. Although statistically the rapper has had significant hits, such as his bets on the Chiefs in previous years, the losses tend to be much louder and more viral.
A Record in the Red
The rapper's behavior at betting houses is usually erratic and high-risk. A review of his recent record shows a considerable negative balance. Among his most remembered failures are the bet that Argentina would beat France in the 90 regulation minutes of the 2022 World Cup (he lost because it went to overtime), or his stakes on UFC fighters like Israel Adesanya and Jorge Masvidal, who ended up defeated.
Beyond the financial hit, which for a figure of his stature is manageable, the move confirms that the partnership between Drake and Stake works perfectly as a marketing machine: win or lose, the whole world talks about where he puts his money.
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