Drake is once again at the center of the internet’s favorite sports conspiracy after his reported $1 million bet on UFC’s Conor McGregor ended in spectacular fashion, breathing new life into the long-running “Drake Curse.”
The Toronto rap superstar backed McGregor in the UFC 329 main event against Max Holloway, expecting the former two-division champion to make a triumphant return to the Octagon. Instead, the fight unraveled within seconds.
McGregor appeared to injure his knee after throwing his opening kick. He stumbled several times before the referee stopped the contest, awarding Holloway a first-round TKO victory. The shocking finish immediately sent social media into overdrive, with fans once again blaming the “Drake Curse” for another high-profile loss.
The viral phrase has become a staple of sports culture, suggesting that athletes or teams publicly supported by Drake often suffer unexpected defeats. While the theory remains a running joke, every unsuccessful wager adds another chapter to its growing mythology.
Rapper Drake’s “Drake Curse” Blamed For Conor McGregor’s Loss At UFC 329
Drake has made headlines in recent years for placing massive bets on some of the world’s biggest sporting events. His betting slips regularly go viral, turning every victory or defeat into an online spectacle.
McGregor’s loss joins a lengthy list of athletes linked to the so-called curse. Drake has previously backed UFC stars Israel Adesanya, Sean Strickland and Charles Oliveira, along with heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury, only to watch each come up short. Reports also indicated the rapper lost a $200,000 wager earlier this year after picking Jake Paul in another marquee fight.
Still, the narrative does not tell the full story. Drake has also celebrated several multimillion-dollar betting wins, showing his gambling record is far more balanced than the internet often suggests.
Even so, McGregor’s defeat felt different. The bout ended before either fighter could settle into a rhythm, turning what was billed as one of the UFC’s biggest comeback moments into one of its shortest main events.
Whether fans believe in the “Drake Curse” or dismiss it as internet folklore, the meme remains undefeated. With another seven-figure wager ending in disappointment, Drake once again found himself trending for reasons that had little to do with music.
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