Drake’s reputation as a high-profile sports bettor took another hit after the Super Bowl.
The Grammy-winning rapper revealed he lost $1 million after betting on the New England Patriots to win the NFL championship.
Drake shared details of the wager on social media shortly after the game ended.
The post included an image of a betting slip showing a seven-figure stake placed on a Patriots victory.
“Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn,” Drake wrote in a caption accompanying the post.
The Patriots ultimately fell short, ending the night with fans disappointed and bettors empty-handed.
A Public Loss on a Private Bet
The loss quickly drew attention because of Drake’s habit of publicizing major wagers.
He has previously shared large bets on basketball, boxing and mixed martial arts events.
This time, the focus shifted to football’s biggest stage and its highest-profile bettor.
According to the slip Drake shared, the bet was placed through an online sportsbook before kickoff.
The wager would have returned several million dollars had the Patriots won.
Instead, the rapper absorbed the full loss when the final whistle sounded.
Drake did not elaborate on what influenced his pick.
He has expressed support for several teams over the years, often tied to friendships with players.
Sports fans online reacted quickly, with many joking about the so-called “Drake curse.”
The phrase refers to teams or athletes losing after being publicly backed by the artist.
Betting Culture and Celebrity Influence
Drake’s bet highlights the growing overlap between celebrity culture and legalized sports betting.
High-profile figures now routinely share wagers that once remained private.
Sports betting analysts say such posts can influence casual bettors.
“Seeing celebrities post big bets can create unrealistic expectations,” said one industry analyst.
He noted that even wealthy bettors face the same risks as everyone else.
The Patriots’ loss underscored the unpredictability of the Super Bowl.
The game is often shaped by turnovers, injuries and split-second decisions.
Those factors can derail even the most confident predictions.
Drake appeared to take the loss in stride.
He continued posting congratulatory messages to the winning team later that evening.
The rapper has not indicated whether the loss will affect future wagers.
If history is any guide, it likely will not.
Drake has repeatedly said betting adds excitement to sports he already loves.