qualified for the semi finals. the tournament runs through next weekend. tomorrow will be the gorge fest of the year. nathan's hot dog eating contest takes place. it is the super bowl of competitive eating which has all the demands and conflict and drama of any major league sport. here is more. >> reporter: they stuff down hot dogs like there is no tomorrow. competitive eaters are treated like rock stars by fans and curiosity seekers. >> it's funny. there are so many people and cameras. >> reporter: on july 4th, the cameras will be on joey chestnut. the number one competitive eater. a three time champion, the current belt holder for hot dog eating. putting down 68 in just ten minutes. he said he's training hard