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Joey Chestnut Reclaims 17th Nathan’s Hot Dog Title

After pledging exclusivity to Nathan’s to resolve last year’s ban, Chestnut downed 70.5 hot dogs in 10 minutes to reclaim the Mustard Belt.

Frankie, the mascot for Nathan's Famous hot dogs, excites the audience at the official weigh-in ceremony, ahead of the Coney Island's 2025 Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in New York City, U.S., July 3, 2025. REUTERS/Angelina Katsanis
Joey Chestnut, a multi-time winner, competes during the 2025 Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest, at Coney Island, Brooklyn in New York City, U.S., July 4, 2025. REUTERS/David 'Dee' Delgado
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Overview

  • Chestnut’s victory extended his career haul to 17 Mustard Belts, with his 70.5-hot-dog performance falling short of his official 76-dog record from 2021.
  • Miki Sudo defended her title by consuming 33 hot dogs and buns, earning her 11th women’s crown in the contest’s 10-minute timeframe.
  • Competitors had 10 minutes to devour as many hot dogs and buns as possible under rules that allow dunking but prohibit utensils and condiments.
  • The contest drew a field of 28 eaters from the United States and abroad, and winners took home the symbolic Mustard Belt plus a $10,000 grand prize.
  • The 109th Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest was broadcast live on ESPN networks and streamed on ESPN3, underscoring its media evolution.