Popular rapper Drake lost a substantial $565,000 bet after wagering on Tyson Fury to defeat Oleksandr Usyk in their high-stakes boxing match in Saudi Arabia on Saturday evening. Drake, who backed ‘The Gypsy King,’ faced disappointment when Fury lost to his Ukrainian opponent by a split decision. Had Drake’s bet succeeded, it would have netted him over £800,000 in prize money.

Despite Fury’s defeat, Usyk’s impressive performance earned him the title of undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. This loss is another addition to Drake’s history of high-profile sports bets, which have yielded mixed results. Notably, Drake recently won a massive £3 million payout after betting on Paddy Pimblett and Molly McCann in London in 2022, showcasing his fluctuating luck with the bookmakers​