This Monday, June 16, has transcended news that will make the followers of the Nathan hot dog eating contest. And, after not participating last year for a sponsorship conflict with the impossible company Foods, Joey Chestnut He will return to the event on July 4, when the new edition will take place in Coney Island, New York.
The contestant is A whole emblem after having raised the victory up to 16 occasions. “I am delighted to return. This event means a lot for me. It is a very dear tradition, a celebration of American culture and a fundamental part of my life “has published this Monday, June 16, the 41 -year -old competitive diner, nicknamed 'Shark' on his Instagram account.
His record occurred in 2021 when he eaten 76 hot dogs
Joey Chestnut has been participating in the Nathan's contest since 2005, accumulating Seven consecutive victories between 2007 and 2014. Then, he spent two years without being able to win the belt, but He returned in 2016 to leave as champion another seven years in a row until 2023. His personal record occurred in 2021, the year in which he came to consume 76 Hot Dogs and Panecillos in 10 minutes.
“While I have collaborated and I still collaborate with various companies, including some of the product sector of plant origin, those relationships have never been in conflict with my passion for the Hot Dogs. To make it clear: Nathan's is the only Hot Dogs company with which I have worked “he explained.
Joey Chestnut
Remember that the current champion is Patrick Bertoletti, who devoured 58 Hot Dogs in the absence of Chestnut in 2024. “Respect that there has been differences of interpretation, but I appreciate that we could find common points. I am excited to return to the Roney Island stage, doing what I am passionate about, and celebrating on July 4 with hot dogs in my hand! Don't miss the appetite! “Joey has concluded, very excited.
