Former "Amazing Race" contestant Tim Janus, who competed alongside Joey Chestnut on the show's 30th season, is dead. Tim, who was known in the competitive eating circuit as Eater X, died Sept. 16 following a cancer diagnosis ... his publicist…

F-M President/CEO Brad Thom says more than 2,200 dogs were sold on "Dollar Dog Night" earlier this week.

Today on the Daily Muddy, Ashley Conrad sits down with Mackenzie Schissel, general manager of Quincy Doggy Paddlers, to preview this weekend’s big showcase event: the Joey Chestnut Food Challenge. Che...

The Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest is set to resume this Saturday in Coney Island, New York, marking the United States' 250th birthday. Joey Chestnut, the 17-time men's champion with a record of 76 hot dogs, will defend his title despite a recent misdemeanor battery conviction, as his probation permits travel. Miki Sudo, an 11-time women's champion with 51 hot dogs, will also compete. The contest requires participants to consume as many hot dogs and buns as possible within 10 minutes, often dunking them in water. This year's event follows the sale of Nathan’s Famous to Smithfield Foods, though Major League Eating confirmed Chestnut's eligibility. Men's competition starts at 12:30 p.m. ET, while women's competition begins at 10:45 a.m. ET. The event highlights the enduring popularity of competitive eating, balancing tradition with contemporary legal and corporate developments. The contest remains a cultural icon, drawing global attention despite controversies. The sale to Smithfield Foods raises questions about the future of the brand's legacy, while Chestnut's legal issues add a layer of complexity to the narrative of athletic achievement versus personal conduct. The event's timing coincides with national celebrations, underscoring its role as a symbol of American culture.

Chestnut is going for his 18th Mustard Belt on Friday, and his eating excellence has made for a staggering number of wins and calories.

Joey Chestnut did it again! The post Joey Chestnut Wins 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest For 18th Time – Scarfs Down 66 Hot Dogs! (VIDEO) appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.

Um verdadeiro espetáculo: 66 hot dogs em 10 minutos! #Competição #JoeyChestnut