March 11th 2024.
Recently, boxing fans couldn't help but poke a little fun at Drake after he lost a whopping $615,000 bet on former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou to beat top heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua. The two talented fighters faced off on March 8 in Saudi Arabia, and the match ended in a stunning victory for Joshua as he knocked out Ngannou with a powerful right hook in the second round.
The lead-up to the fight was filled with anticipation and excitement, with both fighters choosing their walk-out songs to set the tone. Joshua opted for "I Spy" by Skepta while Ngannou went with "God's Plan" by none other than Drake himself. However, it seems like the rapper's support may have been a bit of a curse for Ngannou, as he ended up losing the match.
This isn't the first time Drake has bet on the underdog and lost big. He famously lost a bet on the Kansas City Chiefs at the Super Bowl, proving that he may not have the best luck when it comes to sports betting. But for someone like Drake, who has a considerable amount of wealth, losing $615,000 may not have been a major financial blow. However, for the average person, it's hard to even imagine having that much money to potentially lose in a bet.
Many were left wondering why Ngannou, who primarily competed in the UFC, would choose to step into the boxing ring with such high stakes. Some speculated that it was purely for the financial gain, as his two fights against Joshua and Tyson Fury have earned him an estimated $30 million, a significant increase from his earnings in the UFC.
Meanwhile, Joshua is already looking towards his next fight, potentially against the winner of Fury-Usyk. Despite accusations from Deontay Wilder that he's avoiding a fight with him, Joshua remains focused on his goals and is not one to turn down a lucrative opportunity. As for Drake, he may be keeping an eye on the betting lines for the next major sporting event, hoping to redeem himself and score another million-dollar payday.
In the end, while Drake may have lost a significant amount of money, he is still known for his generosity and willingness to help others. In fact, he recently offered to pay off the mortgage of a fan's deceased mother's home, showing that he truly has a heart of gold. As they say, you win some, you lose some, and in this case, Drake's loss may have been a blessing in disguise for someone else in need.
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