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Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan's Famous contest
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Safiyah Riddle | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 4, 2026
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Key points It was also a celebration of the United States' 250th birthday. Further details about the contest and other participants, such as Miki Sudo who defended her title, are available from the source, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
In a notable eating contest, Joey Chestnut has defended his title by consuming a large number of hot dogs. He ate 66 hot dogs in 10 minutes to claim the championship.
The event took place in Coney Island on a hot Saturday, where crowds gathered to watch the competition. It was also a celebration of the United States' 250th birthday.
Further details about the contest and other participants, such as Miki Sudo who defended her title, are available from the source, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Published: July 4, 2026 ·
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