"What a casual" - Fans react as rapper Drake names Conor McGregor's arch rival his favorite UFC fighter after comparing himself with the Irishman

Drake recently revealed that one of Conor McGregor's fiercest rivals is his all-time favorite UFC fighter. The Canadian hip-hop artist has long been a vocal supporter of McGregor and even accompanied the Irishman to the ceremonial weigh-in for his high-profile showdown with Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229 in October 2018.

During a live stream on KICK on Thursday, social media influencer Adin Ross asked Drake to name his all-time favorite UFC fighter. After a brief pause, the rapper bypassed 'The Notorious' and named a different fighter as his top choice:

"I’m going to answer this question strictly based on just somebody who, to me, is the most thorough. Like, you just can’t get more thorough than this guy. I respect people who are where you’re from, and nothing else can change you. The money, the wins, nothing. So, to me, it’s Nate [Diaz]. That’s my favorite fighter because Nate is just crazy through and through."

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He added:

"Obviously, I have other favorite fighters. I love Conor with all my heart; that’s my guy."

Check out Drake's comments below:

Fans responded to Drake’s choice of Diaz over McGregor as his top UFC fighter with an array of reactions, with many speculating that the Grammy-winning artist may not be fully versed in the intricacies of the sport.

One fan wrote:

"So he picked them for non-fight-related reasons, lol. What a casual. They’re also both retired UFC fighters."

Another wrote:

"I have a feeling those are the only two fighters Drake knows of, lol."

Another commented:

"Fake recognize real."

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What is "Drake's Curse" in combat sport?

Drake is notorious for placing sizable bets on combat sports, particularly UFC bouts. However, his track record with these wagers has become a point of apprehension among wary fighters and fans alike.

The 38-year-old artist has become synonymous with the so-called "Drake's Curse", a well-known jinx in which athletes or teams suffer a sharp decline in performance after he places bets on them or publicly shows his support.

This curse has evolved into a popular internet meme, largely due to its uncanny and persistent influence on even the most accomplished fighters and teams.

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