Joey Chestnut Smashes New Hot Dog Record at 2025 Nathan’s Contest—See the Unbelievable Winning Moment

Fresh off devouring 70½ franks to seize his 17th Mustard Belt at Nathan’s Famous on July 4, competitive-eating icon Joey “Jaws” Chestnut is already eyeing his next calorie-crushing conquest: a six-foot, 23.5-pound mega-dog dubbed the “Land of 10,000 Calories” at CHS Field in St. Paul, Minnesota. Chestnut will team up with Minnesota native and rising food-challenge star Bandana.eats on August 8, hours before the St. Paul Saints’ first pitch, to tackle the supersized dog layered with pulled pork, mac & cheese, jalapeños and barbecue sauce, plus six feet of fries and jalapeño poppers. The duo has unlimited time, but only a handful of 12-person groups have ever finished the platter. Fans can secure inside-the-ropes viewing, a meet-and-greet and their own one-foot sampler board for $76; single-ticket packages start at $30. The Minnesota appearance comes just weeks after Chestnut’s triumphant return to Coney Island, where the 41-year-old reclaimed the Nathan’s crown following a one-year sponsorship dispute. Although his 70½-dog haul fell short of his 2021 world record of 76, it easily eclipsed defending champ Patrick Bertoletti’s 46½ count and reaffirmed Chestnut’s dominance in the world of competitive eating. With 55 recognized world records ranging from hot dogs to hard-boiled eggs, Chestnut’s brand remains a marketing feast for minor-league ballparks and food festivals nationwide. The Saints’ six-foot dog joins a growing list of gimmick dishes designed to lure fans hungry for viral moments—and Chestnut’s presence almost guarantees millions of social-media impressions. Tickets for the August 8 game and food challenge are on sale now through the Saints’ website. Only five of the colossal dogs can be prepared per game, so advance orders are encouraged. Whether he inhales the entire 23.5 pounds or not, one thing is clear: Joey Chestnut’s appetite for records—and revenue—shows no sign of slowing down.