Whilst a few of his rap comrades put on their Sunday’s best and headed over to the biggest night in music, Drake skipped the Grammys for some hometown love. Though up for two awards (Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song), the Young Money rapper kicked it at King Of The Dot’s “Blackout 5” rap battle event in Toronto instead, where he served as host and judge. Calling KOTD’s “Blackout 5” the “best battle card of all time,” Drake also sponsored the event through his OVO brand. Making another major investment, Drizzy vowed to hit the winners of the two major battles off with a cool $10,000 each. Worthy alternative to suits and gold awards, or nah? Peep a few Instagram posts from Drake’s non-Grammy weekend below: