With the Las Vegas Grand Prix bringing a wave of celebrity attention, the world of F1 racing has also captured the interest of big-name stars. Canadian rapper Drake is getting in on the action by placing a massive bet on Charles Leclerc to win the high-profile race in Sin City. Using the Stake platform, a sponsor of Sauber F1, Drake has put $210,000 on the line at odds of 3.45. If Leclerc crosses the finish line first, Drake stands to make an impressive $724,500 payout.

Drake shared the details of his bet with fans on Instagram, urging the Ferrari driver to secure his fourth Grand Prix win of the season with a simple but powerful message: “Hey Charles… hit the gas for me broski.”

Though Drake has only recently developed a passion for F1, he’s been known to take an active interest in various sports and often places bets. His partnership with Sauber, through Stake, has only deepened his connection to the motorsport world.

Looking at the race’s dynamics, Ferrari appears to be in a solid position to challenge for a win in Las Vegas. However, the cooler weather in the city could complicate tire preparations for Leclerc and teammate Carlos Sainz during qualifying and the race itself. Additionally, Mercedes has emerged as a strong contender, with both George Russell and Lewis Hamilton showing impressive pace over the weekend. With a fierce competition from McLaren, Max Verstappen, and Ferrari, Leclerc will face tough opposition in his bid for victory in Vegas.