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The Hot Dog Eating Contest

Nathan’s Famous hot dogs. The world’s top competitive eaters. Ten minutes to glory. It all goes down on the Fourth of July at the corner of Surf and Stillwell.

Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, 2021

2023 Mustard Belt Victories

Raise Your Franks to the 2023 Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest Champs Miki Sudo and Joey Chestnut!

Hall of Fame
Winner
Joey Chestnut
62 Hot Dogs

Surprised to see the great Joey Chestnut up here? Doubt it! In 2023, Joey won his 16th Mustard Yellow Belt after eating 62 hot dogs and buns. There’s no doubt in our mind who’s the king.


Winner
Miki Sudo
39.5 Hot Dogs

Miki Sudo holds the women’s world record of 48.5 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs in 10 minutes. Miki won her ninth title on July 4, 2023 with 39.5 hot dogs and buns eaten.

2023 Hot Dog Eating Contest

Approximately 35,000 fans are estimated to convene on the corner of Surf and Stillwell avenues in Coney Island to watch the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog-Eating Contest in person. Millions more watch the ESPN telecast of the contest.

World Champion Joey Chestnut currently holds the title of hot dog-eating world champion after setting a new world record of 76 hot dogs and buns in 2021. In 2023, Joey won his 16th Mustard Yellow Belt after eating 62 hot dogs and buns. Last year’s female champion, Miki Sudo holds the women’s world record of 48.5 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs in 10 minutes. Miki won her ninth title on July 4, 2023 with 39.5 hot dogs and buns eaten. 

Those interested in competing in a qualifying event should visit www.majorleagueeating.com to obtain information and register. All competitors must be over 18 years of age.

Photo Gallery

So close, you can almost taste it. Check out these behind-the-scenes photos of the 2023 Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contests.

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Chasing the Mustard Belt

The chase for the Mustard Belt is on. Learn all about the eaters, the major storylines, the drama and the lore of the world’s... Watch our Chasing the Mustard Belt video series.

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Chasing the Mustard Belt – Coney Island Atmosphere

There is nothing quite like the atmosphere of the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.

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Chasing the Mustard Belt – Training

Greatness comes from preparation. Joey Chestnut knows what it takes to get the job done on the ...

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Chasing the Mustard Belt – Technique

It all comes down to technique when the belt is on the line. Joey Chestnut and George Shea take...

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