Joey Chestnut's Absence from the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

Joey Chestnut, the 16-time champion of the Nathan's hot dog eating contest, will not be competing in the event due to a conflict with contract stipulations over a sponsorship deal with a rival hot dog brand. Major League Eating (MLE) president Richard Shea confirmed that the contest will still take place without Chestnut's participation.

Joey Chestnut misses Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition due to vegan hot dog endorsement

Joey Chestnut, the national eating champion, will miss the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition for the first time in over 15 years after signing up to represent a company that makes vegan hot dogs, violating his agreement with Nathan's. Major League Eating and Nathan's are disappointed with Chestnut's decision.

Joey Chestnut barred from Nathan's hot dog eating contest

Joey Chestnut, the 16-time Nathan's hot dog eating contest champion, is reportedly barred from competing in this year's event after signing a deal with Impossible Foods, a rival of Nathan's. Major League Eating expressed disappointment over Chestnut's decision to represent a different brand.