Grammy-winning artist Drake turned his weekend around with a high-stakes bet on UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones at UFC 309, scoring a massive payday after a rough loss earlier in the night.
Drake, known for his daring sports wagers, placed a $500,000 bet on Jones to knock out former heavyweight titleholder Stipe Miocic. Jones delivered in spectacular fashion, finishing Miocic in the third round with a devastating spinning back kick followed by ground-and-pound, marking his first TKO/KO win since 2018.
The win netted Drake a profit of over $1 million, helping him recover from a costly misfire earlier in the evening. Drake had bet heavily on Mike Tyson to beat Jake Paul in their boxing showdown, but Paul secured a decisive victory by unanimous decision, leaving Drake with a massive loss.
Drake celebrated Jones’ triumph on Instagram, posting, “JONNNNNNNNNY [BONES]!” as his fortunes turned around.
For Jones, this victory marked a dominant return after nearly two years out of the Octagon. The win further solidified his legendary status, with his only career loss—a 2009 disqualification—likely to be overturned under updated MMA rules.
Drake, sitting on his UFC win, might not be done yet—rumors suggest he’s eyeing the NFL slate for his next big wager. Whether it’s music or betting, the “Hotline Bling” star knows how to keep things exciting.
