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Drake Bets $1 Million on Canada Advancing in 2026 World Cup
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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago
What happened
Canadian rapper Drake has bet $770,000 that Canada will beat South Africa and reach the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, potentially winning over $1 million. Canada secured second place in their group, advancing for the first time. Drake frequently places large sports bets through Stake, sharing his wager publicly amid ongoing support for Canada.
- 01Drake bets $770,000 on Canada beating South Africa in 2026 World Cup.
- 02Canada secured second place in Group B, advancing to knockout stage for first time.
- 03Drake could win over $1 million if Canada reaches Round of 16.
- 04He regularly places large bets via Stake, a platform he is affiliated with.
- 05Drake lost previous million-dollar bets on 2022 World Cup and 2024 Copa America.
- 06His 2022 World Cup final bet was void due to betting conditions despite correct prediction.
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