Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest: Chestnut Defends Title in Rain-Delayed Event, Sets Record with 16th Victory

Miki Sudo won her ninth women's title in the competition.
The men's competition was delayed for two hours due to rain and lightning but eventually proceeded.
Joey "Jaws" Chestnut consumed 62 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes to secure his 16th Mustard Belt.
Second-place finisher Geoffrey Esper ate 49 hot dogs and buns.
Competitors came from around the world to participate in the event on Coney Island.