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Drake Places $1.5 Million Bet on World Cup Final Between Spain and Argentina
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First reported by N12 · Jul 18, 2026
What happened
Rapper Drake has bet $1.5 million on Spain versus Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final, continuing his history of unsuccessful sports wagers.
- 01Drake wagered $1.5 million on the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.
- 02The final is expected to be a closely contested match with an uncertain outcome.
- 03Drake is known for a series of failed sports bets dubbed the "Drake curse."
- 04His predictions have often resulted in significant financial losses.
- 05Drake's latest bet serves as a cautionary example for other sports gamblers.
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