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Hot Dogs, Records, and Global Fans | New York City News
Get ready for the ultimate July 4th spectacle: the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, back in Coney Island for its 52nd year—and the first since the iconic brand was bought by Smithfield Foods. Joey Chestnut, the 17-time champ and world record holder, is back despite his probation, aiming to defend his title after eating 76 hot dogs last year. Miki Sudo, the reigning women’s champ, is also in the mix, chasing her 12th win. With competitors from 18 states and beyond, this global oddity is live on ESPN and ABC—don’t miss the men’s event at noon ET on ESPN2 or the women’s at 10:45 AM ET on…
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