In a surprising turn of events, Drake, the famous Canadian rapper, has now ventured into the world of tennis betting, placing a whopping $210,000 on Taylor Fritz to upset Jannik Sinner in the US Open final. Known for his penchant for placing large bets on high-profile matches, Drake has not always had the best luck in predicting winners, leading some to believe in the infamous “Drake curse.”
However, this has not deterred Drake from taking risks and placing bets, including this significant wager on the final at Flushing Meadows. If Taylor Fritz emerges victorious, the payout would be an impressive $808,000, potentially earning Drake a profit of around $600,000. Undeterred by his previous losses, Drake humorously referenced his daring nature in an Instagram Story post, emphasizing his willingness to go for the underdog.
As the 26-year-old Taylor Fritz prepares to make his maiden Grand Slam final appearance at the US Open, the No. 12 seed is filled with a mix of excitement and nerves. After defeating Frances Tiafoe in the semifinal, Fritz described the moment as a dream come true, expressing his emotions at the realization of all his hard work culminating in this opportunity.
“It still hasn’t fully sunk in, I feel like it. When the crowd cheered me and I was introduced as the finalist of the tournament, I felt incredibly emotional because this is the fulfillment of a dream. I’ve been working hard for so long to achieve something like this…” Fritz reflected on his journey to the final.
With Drake’s significant bet hanging in the balance and Taylor Fritz’s dream within reach, the US Open final promises to be an exciting and tense match for both the players and the fans. Will Drake’s wager pay off, or will the “Drake curse” strike again? Only time will tell as the final showdown unfolds at Flushing Meadows.