Joey Chestnut out, Patrick Bertoletti wins Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

Bertoletti takes the crown with 58 hot dogs

Reigning women's champ Miki Sudo also wins

Chicago's Patrick Bertoletti has won the men's title at the annual Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest, devouring 58 hot dogs in 10 minutes. Bertoletti, who is ranked second in the world, took the crown from Joey Chestnut, who was banned from the competition this year after he was caught cheating in a qualifying event. Miki Sudo of Las Vegas won the women's title for the sixth time, eating 40 hot dogs in 10 minutes.

The contest, which is held annually on Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York, is one of the most popular competitive eating events in the world. Contestants compete to eat as many hot dogs as they can in 10 minutes, and the winner is awarded a trophy and a $10,000 prize.

Conclusion

Joey Chestnut has long been the face of competitive eating, but Patrick Bertoletti's victory at Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest shows that there is a new sheriff in town. Bertoletti is a rising star in the competitive eating world, and his victory is a sign that the sport is changing. With Chestnut out of the picture, a new era of competitive eating is beginning, and Bertoletti is leading the way.