Drake’s High-Stakes Bet on Jannik Sinner
In a high-stakes gamble, musician Drake has placed a substantial bet of $300,000 on tennis star Jannik Sinner to clinch victory at the US Open in 2025. Famous for his penchant for sports betting — often with mixed results — the rapper shared his latest wager on social media, showcasing a screenshot of the betting slip he obtained earlier this week. Should Sinner, currently ranked as the top men’s tennis player globally, succeed in securing his fifth Grand Slam title, Drake stands to win a payout of $507,000.
The “Drake Curse” and Betting History
This isn’t the first time the betting world has whispered about the so-called “Drake Curse,” a phenomenon often linked to the rapper’s losing streak in high-profile bets, including a significant $210,000 placed on American player Taylor Fritz during the 2024 US Open final against Sinner. According to a dedicated betting tracker, Drake is currently at a loss of $115,000 specifically in the realm of tennis, though his fortunes improved earlier this year when he correctly predicted Sinner’s triumph in the Australian Open final.
Jannik Sinner’s Current Performance
Jannik Sinner has been showing promising performance in the current tournament, having advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating Alexander Bublik. The young athlete, who is just 24 years old, is set to face off against fellow Italian Lorenzo Musetti next, and he is considered a heavy favorite, with odds placed at -2000 by ESPN BET.
Odds and Championship Landscape
As Sinner defends his title at Flushing Meadows, the odds favor him to win again at -130, in contrast to second-ranked challenger Carlos Alcaraz, who stands at +145. Together, the two players have dominated recent men’s major championships, capturing the last seven titles between them.
