Drake’s notorious gambling luck struck again as Jake Paul faced a knockout defeat to Anthony Joshua in Miami. In the sixth round, under the dazzling lights of the Kaseya Center, Paul suffered his first career knockout, all while welcoming a considerable wager from rapper Drake.
The seasoned Anthony Joshua sealed his victory in undeniable style with a punishing blow ending Paul’s triumph streak. Many regard Joshua as one of the most formidable heavyweights of his era, and this win only reinforced that perception.
Meanwhile, Drake didn’t shy away from betting big on Paul through Instagram stories, placing $200,000 on the boxer. The absence of luck on Drake's side has led to tales of his gambling misfortunes becoming legendary. Once confessing a loss of $124 million in just one month, he has developed quite a reputation for bringing instability to athletes he backs publicly.
Despite taking such a monumental risk against Joshua, Paul found himself pushed deeper into the 'Drake curse' narrative by fans and social media. This increasingly popular storyline suggests that any athlete who garners visible support from Drake hits a rough patch sooner rather than later.
After the bout’s end, Paul's honest reflection strengthened his bond with fans. In his post-fight chat with Ariel Helwani and sporting determination despite admitting potential injury concerns like a broken jaw, Paul received acclaim for stepping into the ring with an opponent of Joshua's stature. He earned respect even without snatching victory.
Through these undeterred endeavors and bets gone astray, Drake’s involvement veers humorously away from athletic blame and places it squarely upon himself instead—allowing athletes like Paul to maintain their standing amidst challenging defeats.
