Joey Chestnut has officially resolved his disputes with Major League Eating and is set to return to the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island. His absence in 2024 was primarily due to a sponsorship conflict with Impossible Foods, which was perceived as a violation by Major League Eating. Chestnut expressed his excitement about returning to the contest, emphasizing its importance in American culture and his life. ESPN host Pat McAfee's enthusiastic response highlights the anticipation surrounding Chestnut's comeback as he aims to reclaim his title after last year’s absence.
Chestnut, in his comeback message, made sure the stakes were clear. "I'm thrilled to be returning to the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest," he said.
This is actually crazy, considering Chestnut's absence last year had less to do with his appetite and more with an Impossible Foods partnership that MLE saw as a violation.
Now, Joey's back, and so is Pat McAfee's unfiltered enthusiasm. The ESPN host, who once had Chestnut on his show, didn't hold back when Joey announced his return.
We're told the initial rift that caused Chestnut's absence from the 2024 contest, his sponsorship deal with Impossible Foods, is not a factor in discussions.
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