Is this really what our world has come to? People across the globe tuning in to watch two grown men devour an absurd number of hot dogs on live television. Forget boxing, because this is the ultimate showdown—an event like no other!
World record-holder Joey Chestnut, who famously devoured 76 hot dogs in just 10 minutes, has been the undisputed king of the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest for the past eight years. His dominance in the world of competitive eating is unmatched, but he’s not the only legend in this high-stakes arena. Takeru Kobayashi, a six-time Nathan’s Hot Dog champion, is a name synonymous with the sport. Kobayashi shot to fame in 2001 when he shattered records, consuming double the number of hot dogs that the previous titleholder had managed, cementing his status as a pioneer in professional eating. Despite speculation about his retirement, Kobayashi has proven he’s far from done.
Now, 15 years later, these two titans of competitive eating—Chestnut and Kobayashi—are set to face off once more in a highly anticipated rematch. The burning question looms: Will Chestnut continue his reign as the world’s greatest hot dog eater, or will Kobayashi return with a vengeance to reclaim his throne?
This epic showdown, 15 years in the making, will unfold on Labor Day at the HyperX Arena Las Vegas in Luxor, where the ultimate hot-dog-eating champion will be decided.
Don’t miss “Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef,” streaming live on Netflix on Monday, September 2 at 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET.