Joey Chestnut Dominates Hot Dog Contest | US News

US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

Joey Chestnut crushed it again at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, devouring 66 dogs in 10 minutes to claim his 18th title — all while battling 90-degree heat that even warped the buns. Miki Sudo also dominated, securing her 12th win with 38.75 hot dogs. Despite a legal hiccup earlier this year, Chestnut was cleared to compete and, though he fell short of his personal best of 76, proved why he’s the undisputed king of competitive eating. Fans packed the stands, some even donning ponchos, as the spectacle — a wild mix of endurance, drama, and American flair —…