Chestnut, Sudo Win 2025 Nathan’s Hot Dog Titles

Joey Chestnut reclaimed his title at the 2025 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, consuming 70.5 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes at Coney Island for his 17th win in 20 appearances after missing last year due to a contract dispute involving Impossible Foods. Chestnut fell short of his 2021 record of 76 but easily defeated second-place Patrick Bertoletti, who ate 46.5 hot dogs. In the women’s division, Miki Sudo secured her 11th championship by eating 33 hot dogs, though she did not match her 2024 record of 51. Both Chestnut and Sudo expressed disappointment at not breaking personal records but were celebrated by thousands of fans. The annual July 4th contest drew international competitors and remains a major cultural event. The results further cemented Chestnut and Sudo’s legacies in competitive eating.