Chestnut woofs 66 hot dogs as he, Sudo defend
Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo secured victories at the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, with Chestnut consuming 66 hot dogs.
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Joey Chestnut won the Coney Island Hot Dog Contest for the 18th time by eating 66 hot dogs. Miki Sudo also secured a victory in the women's category.
Coverage from ESPN, Deadline, and USA Today emphasizes the wins of Chestnut and Sudo. USA Today reports that Nathan's addressed a discrepancy and boosted Sudo's winning total.
Further reporting is expected regarding the payout and prize money details via FanSided, and USA Today is examining questions surrounding Chestnut's legal status.
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Quick answers
How many hot dogs did Joey Chestnut eat to win?
Joey Chestnut consumed 66 hot dogs.
How many times has Joey Chestnut won this contest?
This marks his 18th victory.
What happened with Miki Sudo's winning total?
According to USA Today, Nathan's addressed a discrepancy and boosted her total.
Coverage (11)
- Chestnut woofs 66 hot dogs as he, Sudo defend www.espn.com · 1d ago
- Connecticut trumpeter ate 27 hot dogs at Nathan's News-Times · 1d ago
- Joey Chestnut Eats 66 Hot Dogs for 18th Title at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest 2026 Bleacher Report · 1d ago
- Coney Island Nathan’s hot dog competition and fireworks: What to know PIX11 · 1d ago
- How Many Calories Joey Chestnut Ate, More Nutrition Facts from 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Contest Bleacher Report · 1d ago
- Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest Captivates Coney Island Despite Heat Wave The New York Times · 1d ago
- Joey Chestnut Stuffs Face For 18th Coney Island Hot Dog Contest Victory; Miki Sudo Tops Among Women Deadline · 1d ago
- Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest payout and prize money 2026: Full purse and winnings details FanSided · 1d ago
- Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest 2026: Full results and winner FanSided · 1d ago
- Nathan's boosts Miki Sudo's winning hot dog total, addresses discrepancy USA Today · 1d ago broke it first
- Was Joey Chestnut arrested? What we know on Hot Dog Eating champ's legal issues USA Today · 1d ago broke it first
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