Who Will Win the $25k Dash Race: Jake Paul or IShowSpeed?
Who Will Win the $25k Dash Race: Jake Paul or IShowSpeed?
Jake Paul has enjoyed a varied career since he posted his first Vine in September 2013. The social media sensation secured millions of followers on the app before it was discontinued, and his followers flocked to his new YouTube channel in 2014.
Due to his popularity with younger audiences, he secured a role as Dirk Mann in the popular Disney Channel show Bizaardvark for two seasons from 2016 to 2017.
Once the cameras had stopped rolling, Jake was named one of the highest-paid YouTube creators of 2017, and he repeated this success in 2018, 2021, and 2023.
Not content with a social media career, Jake Paul turned his attention to boxing, making his professional debut in January 2020, defeating many celebrities and athletes, including MMA fighters Ben Askren, Anderson Silva, and Tyron Woodley. He will soon enter the ring with Mike Tyson, a former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion of the world.
While it is natural to think Jake Paul has enough battles to focus on at present, he appears to have set his sights on another competition, as he has recently challenged IShowSpeed, a social media personality, to a 40-yard dash race. So, who will win? Keep reading for more details.
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When Did Jake Paul Challenge IShowSpeed to a Dash Race?
Jake Paul might be focused on beating Mike Tyson in the ring on November 15, 2024, but that didn’t stop him from challenging IShowSpeed to a footrace.
Paul made the request on his popular podcast BS w/ Jake Paul in August 2024, stating he would fly IShowSpeed to Puerto Rice to compete in the race while he trains for his upcoming bout. During the podcast, he boasted, “In a 40-yard dash, I best Speed”.
IShowSpeed, born Darren Jason Watkins Jr., believes he has what it takes to win the 40-yard dash race.
He quickly called Jake Paul on Facetime to accept the $25,000 bet and shared the video with his many social media followers.
Who is Most Likely to Win the 40-Yard Dash Race?
It is hard to predict who will win the 40-yard dash race and walk away with $25,000.
Jake Paul has proved he shouldn’t be underestimated, defeating some of the biggest MMA stars and battling it out with professional boxers in the ring. However, it isn’t clear if Paul incorporates much running into his boxing training.
IShowSpeed has proven he has great speed and agility on his social media videos, too, as he posted a video of him jumping over a moving car, which isn’t an easy task.
Also, his nickname proves he is confident he is a fast runner, and Jake Paul could be out of his depth in the race.
IShowSpeed doesn’t seem to be batting an eyelid about the race, either, stating it will be the easiest cash he has ever made, telling Paul, “You know that’s free money, right?”
Money could be a motivating factor for IShowSpeed. As he is only 19 years old, he might be more than happy to add $25,000 to his bank account. However, as Jake Paul has an estimated net worth of $80 million, he might be less motivated to cross the finish line than his opponent, and some believe he will make more money in advertising the event.
As IShowSpeed’s social media presence is dedicated to him being a talented athlete, it wouldn’t be surprising if he wins the race. However, many people have doubted Jake Paul’s athleticism in the past, only for him to come out on top.