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Joey Chestnut to Defend Nathan’s Title on July 4 While on Probation

Published 21 May 2026

Reigning champion Joey "Jaws" Chestnut will defend his title at the Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4 while serving a 180-day probation sentence. The competitive eater pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor battery charge on April 20 in Hamilton County, Indiana, related to an altercation at a bar.

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