Rapper
Drake makes a big bet on Taylor Fritz to win the US Open title. The 27-year-old
American will face World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the final, who is aiming for
his second Grand Slam title of the season.
Sinner is
the favourite, but expectations are high for Fritz, especially as he is the
first American to reach the final since Andy Roddick in 2006, when he lost to
Roger Federer. To find the last local champion, we need to go back to 2003 when
Andy Roddick defeated Juan Carlos Ferrero (current coach of Carlos Alcaraz) in
the final.
Drake wagers big on Taylor Fritz for US Open victory
One of
Fritz's supporters is singer Drake, who has made a huge bet in favour of the
World No. 12. The Canadian rapper wagered $210,000, or around £160,000, on
Fritz to win the title. He posted a screenshot on Instagram showing his bet,
which, if successful, will net him $800,500 (£616,000).
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"Continuing
my record as the most daring sports bettor in history with the most
losses," he wrote on his story, adding a few laughing emojis. "Going
underdog @stake."
However,
Drake doesn't have the best track record when it comes to betting. In fact,
most of his public bets have not panned out, and he's been nicknamed "the
Drake curse" due to his failed predictions.
Drake bets
on different sports and has lost large sums of money. One of his biggest losses
came at UFC 281, where he lost nearly £1.24 million after betting on Israel
Adesanya, who was knocked out by Alex Pereira. He also lost £400,000 and
£347,000 after betting on Adesanya again at UFC 293 and UFC 305.
He also bet
on Argentina to beat France in the 2022 Qatar World Cup final. The Canadian’s
bet required Argentina to win within the first 90 minutes, but they needed
extra time to secure the victory, leading to a loss of more than £800,000.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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