Joey Chestnut devoured a staggering 70.5 hot dogs and buns to secure his 17th victory at the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in 2025. This triumph marked his comeback following a ban in 2024 due to sponsorship conflicts. Chestnut outpaced his closest competitor, Patrick Bertoletti, by a whopping 24 hot dogs and buns. After reconciling with Nathan’s, Chestnut showcased his legendary eating prowess, falling just short of his personal best by consuming 70.5 hot dogs. Despite missing out on a new record, his dominance was evident, solidifying his status as the undisputed champion of the event. Looking ahead, Chestnut has set his sights on competing in the contest again in 2026, determined to add to his impressive track record of victories.
