Joey Chestnut will compete in the 2025 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, returning to Coney Island after missing the previous year due to sponsorship issues with Impossible Foods. This year, Chestnut and the organizers resolved their differences. He expressed excitement about returning, emphasizing the traditional significance of the event. Chestnut holds ambitions to reclaim his title and potentially win his 17th championship. Last year's winner, Patrick Bertoletti, faces long odds against him in the contest.
I'm thrilled to be returning to the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest. This event means the world to me. It's a cherished tradition, a celebration of American culture, and a huge part of my life.
While I have and continue to partner with a variety of companies, including some in the plant-based space, those relationships were never a conflict with my love for hot dogs. To be clear: Nathan's is the only hot dog company I've ever worked with.
I respect that there were differences in interpretation, but I'm grateful we've been able to find common ground. I'm excited to be back on the Coney Island stage, doing what I live to do, and celebrating the Fourth of July with hot dogs in my hands!
If he does win, Chestnut would extend his record for the famous contest to 17 yellow belts.
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