Drake puts monster bet on Conor McGregor to beat Max Holloway at UFC 329
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Drake is betting $1 million on Conor McGregor to win against Max Holloway at UFC 329, with odds of +285, potentially earning a $2.85 million return.
- McGregor is making a comeback after a five-year hiatus and a leg injury, while Holloway is favored due to recent wins over top fighters like Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje.
- Despite McGregor's previous victory over Holloway in 2013, the fight is seen as challenging given McGregor's long layoff and Holloway's current form.
- Drake has a history of placing large bets on UFC fights through his gambling partner Stake, but his picks have often been associated with losses, a phenomenon dubbed the "Drake Curse."
- Previous notable bets by Drake include a $200,000 wager on Charles Oliveira and a $200,000 bet on Jake Paul, both of which resulted in losses.
