Renowned Canadian rapper Drake suffered a significant loss on Tuesday night, as his home team, Canada, fell to Argentina in the Copa America semifinal match.
Drake had placed a substantial bet of $300,000 on Canada emerging victorious, but Argentina’s 2-0 win at New York’s MetLife Stadium dashed his hopes.
Earlier on Tuesday, Drake had shared his bet slip on Instagram, taunting Argentine legend Lionel Messi with the caption, “This could get Messi @stake.”
The rapper had anticipated a massive payout of $2.88 million if Canada had won, but instead, he lost the entire $300,000.
Argentina’s victory means they will now face the winner of the Uruguay-Colombia semifinal in the Copa America final on July 14 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Canada, meanwhile, will battle for third place against the loser of that match.
Drake’s loss is a significant blow to his ego and his wallet, but it’s not the first time he’s made headlines for his gambling habits.
The rapper is known for his bold bets and has previously won and lost large sums of money on various sporting events.
Despite his loss, Drake remains one of the most successful rappers in the world, with a net worth estimated to be in the hundreds of millions. His music and entrepreneurial ventures continue to generate significant revenue, and he shows no signs of slowing down.
In related news, Argentina’s victory has sent shockwaves through the football world, with many pundits praising their impressive performance. Lionel Messi, in particular, was instrumental in the team’s win, scoring a stunning goal in the second half.
The Copa America final is shaping up to be an exciting match, with Argentina facing off against either Uruguay or Colombia. Football fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the match, which promises to be a thrilling encounter.
As for Drake, he’ll have to lick his wounds and regroup after his significant loss. Maybe next time, he’ll think twice before placing such a bold bet.