After being sidelined in 2024 due to a sponsorship dispute with National brand Nathan’s —resolved earlier this year — 16‑time champion Joey Chestnut is back in the hunt. He holds the men’s record of ...

Preview, via the Associated Press: The champ is coming back to chomp. Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut announced Monday he will return to compete in this year’s Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July ...

The Fourth of July brings with it many traditions: fireworks, beach trips, cookouts, terrified dogs and, of course, the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. As usual, the competition will be held ...