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Rapper's Unfortunate Losing Streak
Drake's gambling habits have earned him a notorious reputation for losing big bucks, and now Paige VanZant's gym is begging him to steer clear of their fighters.
Drake's Costly Bets
The rapper has reportedly wagered around £800 million on sports in recent years, with a string of unfortunate outcomes. He lost £300,000 when Jake Paul failed to knock out Tommy Fury in February, and threw away £1.4 million when he underestimated Alex Pereira's victory over Israel Adesanya in 2021.
Latest Victim: Sean Strickland
Drake's curse struck again over the weekend as he placed a £400,000 bet on Adesanya knocking out Strickland. Much to everyone's surprise, Strickland secured an incredible unanimous decision victory, marking one of the biggest upsets in MMA history.
American Top Team Fears the Curse
American Top Team, the Florida-based gym that boasts fighters like Paige VanZant, Dustin Poirier, and Jorge Masvida, is not taking any chances. In a lighthearted tweet, the gym pleaded with Drake to refrain from betting on their fighters.
Beyond Boxing and MMA
Drake's misfortune extends beyond the realm of combat sports. He lost £820,000 on last year's World Cup final when Argentina failed to secure victory in 90 minutes and required penalties to defeat France. He also experienced the curse when he bet on Barcelona to beat Real Madrid, only to witness them lose El Clasico 3-1.
Maybe It's Time to Switch Focus
Perhaps it's time for Drake to reconsider his betting habits. Similarly, Paige VanZant made a career move away from the UFC in 2020 and now gains attention on OnlyFans.
