Drake Bets $300,000 on Jannik Sinner to Win the US Open
Drake is at it again. The rapper and global superstar has placed a $300,000 bet on Jannik Sinner to lift the US Open trophy, continuing his reputation for headline-making wagers on major sporting events.
The slip, which Drake posted on social media Tuesday afternoon, would pay out more than half a million dollars if Sinner secures his second US Open title and fifth major overall.
Fans were quick to point out the so-called “Drake Curse,” a superstition that has followed the musician’s sports bets for years. From boxing matches to NBA playoff runs, teams and athletes he supports often stumble at crucial moments.
In tennis, the curse has been particularly unforgiving. Just last year, Drake lost $210,000 backing American Taylor Fritz to upset Sinner in the 2024 US Open final. According to one site tracking his public bets, he is still down six figures on tennis despite correctly picking Sinner to win the Australian Open earlier this season.
For now, the bet looks safe. Sinner, the world’s top-ranked men’s player, has powered through the draw in New York. His fourth-round win over Alexander Bublik showcased the precision and consistency that have made him the favorite.
At 24, the Italian is chasing his fifth Grand Slam title and is heavily favored in his next match against fellow countryman Lorenzo Musetti. Oddsmakers have him as the clear frontrunner at BetMGM Sportsbook.
While Sinner focuses on his own path to glory, the added attention from Drake’s wager has once again brought a swirl of entertainment-world buzz to the US Open.
Whether the curse strikes again or Drake cashes in big, one thing is certain: tennis fans will be watching not just for rallies and serves, but for the fate of a $300,000 gamble hanging in the balance.
