Famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut has reclaimed his title at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s event.

In his triumphant return to the event after a one-year absence, Joey Chestnut downed 70.5 hot dogs in 10 minutes to win the 2025 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, claiming his 17th Mustard Belt and taking his crown back in the July 4 contest he has dominated over the years.

Death, taxes and Joey Chestnut. The glizzy king couldn't be stopped this Fourth of July as he made a triumphant return to the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest. Chestnut downed 70.5 hot dogs and buns to rout the field and win his 17th Mustard belt.