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Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
By Nick Viviani at KTVU FOX 2 News
· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
San Francisco 's own competitive eating fans are likely abuzz about the latest wins from Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo, given the city's strong following of the annual Nathan's hot dog eating contest. As a hub for foodies and enthusiasts of all kinds, San Francisco often plays host to its own eating contests and festivals, which may draw inspiration from the legendary Nathan's event. The continued dominance of Chestnut and Sudo will probably spark renewed interest in the local competitive eating scene, with fans wondering if any San Francisco-based eaters can challenge the reigning champions. With the city's diverse culinary landscape, it's possible that a future contender could emerge from the Bay Area, potentially drawing on the region's vibrant food culture to fuel their training and competition strategy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
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