LOADING ERROR LOADINGThe “greatest eater in history” apparently won’t be participating in Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest this summer. Professional devourer Joey Chestnut is a 16-time winner of the hot dog eating contest on New York’s Coney Island, having set a world record at the 2021 contest by scarfing down 76 dogs and buns in 10 minutes. But the eating champ has reportedly inked an endorsement deal with the Impossible Foods brand, which sells vegan hot dogs. AdvertisementMajor League Eating, which hosts the century-old hot dog eating contest and many other competitions of gluttony, addressed the deal in a statement Tuesday. However, it seems that Joey and his managers have prioritized a new partnership with a different hot dog brand over our long-time relationship,” the statement said.

Source: Huffington Post June 12, 2024 18:25 UTC