Joey Chestnut, renowned for his victories at Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, will make a comeback this summer after being sidelined due to a sponsorship issue. Chestnut expressed his excitement about the event, which he regards as a significant part of his life and a celebration of American culture. He has dominated the competition since 2007, holding numerous records, including a Guinness World Record. Last year, however, he faced a ban from Major League Eating (MLE) over a rivalry concerning a sponsorship with Impossible Foods.
"This event means the world to me. It's a cherished tradition, a celebration of American culture, and a huge part of my life," Chestnut said in his social media announcement on Monday.
"Joey Chestnut is the greatest eater in history. That is not empty editorializing or bloviating. That is empirical fact," says Major League Eating (MLE), the organization that oversees professional competitive eating events.
Chestnut has been synonymous with the July 4th event since 2007, when he began his yearslong winning streak.
But in a shocking twist last year, with the storied Coney Island contest less than a month away, MLE banned Chestnut from the stage.
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