The only break in his reign came in 2015, when Matt Stonie took the title.
Not having Chestnut at this years event would be a big blow.
Heate 62 hot dogs and bunsat last years event.
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The runner-up only got to 49.
It sounds like the powers that be understand this.
For nearly two decades we have worked under the same basic hot dog exclusivity provisions.
He also has his own line of condiments for hot dogs, brats, sausages, wings and sandwiches.
ESPN platforms have aired the Nathans Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest since 2004.
In 2023, the mens competition aired on ESPN2 and streamed on the ESPN app.
