- The Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is an annual American hot dog competitive eating competition held annually on Independence Day.
- defending champion Joey Chestnut retained his crown after beating Carmen Cincotti - eating 72 hot dogs.
One certainly requires an iron stomach to compete in The Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest.

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