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Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
By Nick Viviani at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Why this matters in Southlake News
While the Nathan's hot dog eating contest may seem like a distant spectacle, its annual occurrence coincides with Southlake 's own Independence Day celebrations. As residents of Southlake gather to watch fireworks and enjoy patriotic events, the news of Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo's repeat victories serves as a fun aside to the community's own festivities. The city's family-friendly atmosphere and outdoor recreational spaces make it an ideal location for residents to host their own backyard barbecues and picnics, perhaps even inspired by the hot dog eating contest. The timing of the contest also overlaps with Southlake's summer events calendar, which features a range of community activities and festivals that showcase the city's spirit and camaraderie. As the city winds down from its Fourth of July celebrations, residents can look forward to more local events that bring the community together.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
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