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Joey Chestnut Returns to Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest as Overwhelming Favorite

Sealing a three-year exclusive deal after resolving his sponsorship dispute, Chestnut enters the July 4 contest as an overwhelming favorite.

Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut ate 57 hot dogs in five minutes at Fort Bliss’ “Pop Goes the Fort” Fourth of July celebration, beating his four competitors together at 49 hot dogs July 4, 2024.
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Overview

  • After settling his Impossible Foods dispute, Chestnut signed a three-year exclusive deal with Nathan’s to regain eligibility for the contest.
  • He has been training since April with full 10-minute practice sessions, stretching exercises and recovery protocols to sharpen his performance.
  • DraftKings lists Chestnut at –2500 odds to reclaim the Mustard Belt and extend his record 16 titles.
  • The Nathan’s Famous contest kicks off July 4 at Coney Island with ESPN2 coverage starting at 10:45 a.m. ET and the men’s final slated for 1 p.m.
  • The men’s field includes 2024 champion Patrick Bertoletti and Indiana qualifier Cameron Meade alongside Chestnut.