After devouring his way to victory at the International Hot Dog Eating Contest, world-renowned champion eater Joey ‘Jaws’ Chestnut opted to skip dessert.
At the Fourth of July contest on Coney Island in New York, the American surpassed his own world record by consuming 69 wieners within just ten minutes.
This incredible feat earned him the prestigious $10,000 prize along with the championship belt in a vibrant mustard yellow.
“I set a new record, and the crowd seemed thrilled,” Chestnut commented. “It was a fantastic day.”
He continued: “I came here, and the audience motivated me. They wouldn’t allow me to slow down. They were amazing.”
In the previous year, Chestnut took home the title after devouring 68 hot dogs.
Matt Stonie secured the second spot with 51 hot dogs, while Sonya ‘Black Widow’ Thomas narrowly triumphed in the women’s competition by finishing nearly 37 hot dogs.
With this latest victory, Chestnut now boasts seven wins, surpassing his longtime rival Takeru Kobayashi.
Kobayashi has not competed in the event since 2009 due to a disagreement with the event organizers.
