Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is one of the most recognizable Fourth of July traditions in the United States, combining competitive eating, live television spectacle, and a short event window that makes it easy to follow from start to finish. The 2026 contest has extra attention because Joey Chestnut is back and scheduled to eat, … Read more
The ranks of professional eating were recently shifted when Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs disqualified Joey Chestnut from this year’s event because of an endorsement deal he signed with Impossible Foods. The conflict was caused by Impossible Foods’ creation of plant-based hot dogs, which made it a direct competitor to Nathans. The odds for betting on … Read more
The 2024 edition of Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest will air on ESPN once again this July 4th, but a popular competitor will not be a part of the action. Sixteen-time champion Joey Chestnut has been disqualified and will not participate in this year’s competition. His absence guarantees a new winner, breaking Joey’s eight-year streak … Read more
July 4th is perfectly situated on the annual sports calendar. Major League Baseball’s regular season is in full swing, but other than that, no major sports are underway once the nation’s birthday comes around each summer. Nay, the only significant wagering opportunity that occurs during the early hours of the holiday is Nathan’s Famous Hot … Read more
The 2022 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest Begins At 11 AM On July 4th Joey Chestnut Favored To Win Men’s Hot Dog Eating Contest Miki Sudo Is Top Ranked Female In 2022 Hot Dog Eating Contest Odds Annually scheduled to occur on July 4th, Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest takes place right as … Read more
Happy Fourth of July, everyone! As always, there’s no better way to celebrate American independence than by taking part in uniquely American festivities. Over the last generation, one of the hallmarks of July 4 has been the Nathan’s Famous Hot-Dog Eating Contest, held each Independence Day at Coney Island in Brooklyn since 1997. While the … Read more