Drake's $1 Million Super Bowl Wager Sparks 'Curse' Controversy After Patriots' Defeat
NFL enthusiasts are firmly convinced that global music superstar Drake placed a notorious 'curse' upon the New England Patriots this past Sunday evening. The controversy erupted after the Toronto-based rapper publicly disclosed a staggering $1 million bet backing the Patriots to secure victory in Super Bowl LX. Instead, the team suffered a comprehensive and disappointing 29-13 loss to the dominant Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara.
A Miserable Night for New England
The evening proved utterly dismal for the Patriots franchise and its loyal fanbase. The team's seven-year championship drought extended further as they were thoroughly outplayed at Levi's Stadium. Quarterback Drake Maye endured a performance he will wish to forget, facing relentless pressure from Seattle's formidable defensive unit. Maye was sacked an astonishing six times and threw two critical interceptions, highlighting the team's offensive struggles.
While Head Coach Mike Vrabel's squad was clearly bested by a superior opponent on the night, a significant portion of the blame from disgruntled supporters has been directed not at the players, but at the celebrity better.
Social Media Erupts Over the 'Drake Curse'
Following the Patriots' blowout loss, social media platforms were inundated with fans attributing the defeat to Drake's infamous gambling history. The rapper, known for several high-profile and costly betting losses over recent years, became the target of intense online criticism.
One furious Patriots supporter exclaimed, 'I hate this mother f***er so much.' Another user commented, 'the drake curse is actually the most consistent thing in sports history. poor patriots.' A third fan pleaded, 'And the Drake curse continues. Don’t ever bet on my team again,' while a fourth joked, 'Another entry in the ‘Drake Curse’ highlight reel.' In contrast, a victorious Seahawks fan simply posted, 'let’s go Seattle!!! Thank uuu @Drake'.
A History of Costly Gambling Losses
Drake has accumulated a lengthy and expensive record of unsuccessful wagers, leading many sports followers to believe his mere association with an event can jinx a team or athlete.
This pattern was evident recently in November, when the artist watched his beloved Toronto Blue Jays suffer an agonizing World Series defeat to the LA Dodgers. Prior to the game, Drake had taunted Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani on social media, posting a photo of Ohtani missing a pitch with a brutal caption. Despite Drake's attendance at the Rogers Centre hoping to witness a series-clinching victory, the Blue Jays lost dramatically, much to the amusement of those aware of his supposed curse.
His notable gambling setbacks include:
- A combined $1 million bet on the Dallas Mavericks to win the NBA championship and the Edmonton Oilers to secure the Stanley Cup, both of which lost.
- A $565,000 wager on Tyson Fury to defeat Oleksandr Usyk in their undisputed heavyweight boxing title fight, which Fury lost on points.
However, it is not all losses for the rapper. Drake has also celebrated significant betting victories, including a $1 million successful bet on Lionel Messi's Argentina to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup final and an $890,000 win backing Logan Paul to defeat Dillon Danis in a boxing match.
The aftermath of Super Bowl LX has only solidified the legend of the 'Drake Curse' in the minds of many sports fans, leaving New England Patriots supporters to rue the day their team became the latest subject of the rapper's costly betting attention.
