Joey Chestnut Wins 2025 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, But Misses Out on Breaking His Record

Joey Chestnut is now a 17-time champion of the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest!

The 41-year-old competitive eater returned to the competition for the 2025 edition on Friday (July 4) in New York City’s Coney Island.

Joey was not allowed to compete at the 2024 event due an endorsement deal that he had signed with Impossible Foods, which sells plant-based hot dogs.

Competitors were given 10 minutes to eat as many hot dogs and buns as they could.

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