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Originally Published 6 months ago — by Gothamist
Joey Chestnut won his 17th Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest after returning from a dispute with organizers, consuming 70.5 hot dogs, while Miki Sudo secured her 11th women's title.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Weather
Two people were injured by a lightning strike near the iconic Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, New York, as strong thunderstorms with frequent lightning swept through the area. The contest was delayed for two hours but eventually resumed, with Joey Chestnut winning his 16th title. Heavy rains also prompted flood watches and warnings in the New York City to Boston area.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TVLine
This 4th of July, viewers can enjoy a variety of TV programs including Macy's annual fireworks spectacular, the hot dog eating contest featuring Joey Chestnut, and a lineup of marathons such as The Twilight Zone, MCU movies, Rocky, The Hangover, Lethal Weapon, and Final Destination. Other highlights include musical performances on A Capitol Fourth and Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, as well as the classic film Independence Day.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
The legendary origin story of the Nathan's hot dog eating contest, which claimed to have started in 1916, has been revealed as a myth. The story was invented by press agents in the 1970s to hype up the event, and there is no evidence of the contest before that time. The details of how the competition actually began remain unclear, with conflicting accounts from different sources. Despite the debunking of the origin story, the annual hot dog eating contest in Coney Island has become a popular tradition, attracting thousands of spectators and raising money for charity.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WCVB Boston
Massachusetts native Geoff Esper, the second-ranked eater in the world, will once again compete against world record holder Joey Chestnut in the annual Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest. Esper, who has finished second to Chestnut in previous years, hopes to beat his personal best of 50 hot dogs. Despite not expecting to win, Esper aims to give his best performance. He holds various competitive eating records and follows a strict diet to manage his weight.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Joey Chestnut is preparing to defend his title as the hot dog eating champion at Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on Coney Island. Last year, he consumed 63 hot dogs and buns, totaling 18,900 calories, while setting a record of 76 hot dogs and buns in 2021, reaching a whopping 22,800 calories. Competitive eaters like Chestnut stretch and relax their stomachs to fit in more food, but the side effects can include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and even more serious complications like choking or stomach rupture. Major League Eating ensures safety standards at their events, including having medical professionals present.