Drake Hits Pause on Aussie Tour Dates—What’s the Deal?

Drake has decided to hit the brakes on his much-anticipated tour down under, postponing four shows in Australia and New Zealand. Yep, you heard it right. The Toronto rapper was slated to light up Brisbane on March 4 and Sydney on March 7, followed by two back-to-back bangers in Auckland on March 15 and 16. But apparently, Drake’s busy schedule and a conflict with hauling around his massive stage setup have thrown a wrench in the works.
According to sources who spilled the tea to TMZ, transporting all that gear between the distant cities would be a logistical nightmare—think of a mini-circus on a schedule! His rep has noted the team is already brainstorming ways to reschedule these dates while hopefully adding some extra gigs to the “Anita Max Win Tour.” And here’s some good news for the fans: if you snagged tickets for the now-postponed shows, you’ll be good to go for the rescheduled dates or can opt for a refund—talk about customer service, right?
It’s been a whirlwind for Drake lately. While he’s been busy dodging beefs with fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar—a saga that’s been ongoing since last year—he’s also trying to keep things fresh with new music releases. Just recently, he dropped a collab with singer PARYNEXTDOOR, signaling he might be looking to move past that lyrical drama. Despite the scheduling hiccup, Drake’s still giving a shoutout to his fans by promising updates on those new tour dates soon. So keep your eyes peeled, because you won’t want to miss “Champagne Papi” when he eventually hits the stage.
All in all, Drake’s got a lot on his plate—between beefs, new music, and now tour troubles, it’s clear life in the limelight can be a bit chaotic. Buckle up, fam; the ride isn’t over just yet!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and TMZ, Billboard, Complex