China News Service, July 5, reported that on July 4, local time, the annual hot dog eating contest in Brooklyn, New York, USA was held as scheduled.
The American man Chestnut, nicknamed "Big Mouth", won the championship and set a new personal record.
The women's championship was won by Lesko.
On July 4, 2020, local time, Brooklyn, New York, USA held the annual International Hot Dog Eating Competition. Chestnut won the men's division championship by eating 75 hot dogs, setting a new world record.
According to reports, Chestnut ate 76 hot dogs within 10 minutes in the game of the day, breaking his record of 75 hot dogs set in 2020.
Chestnut from Indiana said after the victory, "It feels good." "Even if I am uncomfortable, having everyone cheer for me, it makes me feel good."
Lesco, from Arizona, ate 30 hot dogs in 10 minutes and won the women's championship. She called her victory "amazing."
The American Entertainment and Sports Network (ESPN) broadcast the event live.
Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest (Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest) is held every year on July 4th, American Independence Day.
The first hot dog eating contest was held in 1916. Jim Mullen ate 12 hot dogs in 12 minutes.
Since then, this event has become a tradition, only suspended during World War II.
In 2020, due to the pandemic of the new crown epidemic, the game will be held in an undisclosed location. There are no fans, only referees.
In 2021, due to the restrictions of the new crown epidemic, the event will be held in a minor league baseball stadium with 5,000 spectators watching it live.