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Meet the top competitors in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating contest

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Meet the top competitors in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating contest

There are new dogs in this fight. This year’s Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest is up for grabs after sixteen-time champion Joey Chestnut was banned from the annual July 4 showdown after signing a deal with vegan protein purveyor Impossible Foods. “With Joey out, there is a pretty big door open,” said Nick Wehry. … Read more

Weather could be secret to winning annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

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Weather could be secret to winning annual Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

The world-famous Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest will grip the eyes and stomachs of spectators on July 4th, but some insiders say Mother Nature might hold the keys as to who ranks supreme. The annual Coney Island tradition has taken place for decades and has produced the fames such as Takeru Kobayashi, Miki Sudo and Joey Chestnut. … Read more