On Tuesday people all over the country couldn't believe the news that Joey Chestnut, would not be a part of this years Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest on July 4th.
The 16-time reigning champion lost his spot in this year's competition after signing an endorsement deal with a company that makes plant-based hot dogs, potentially clearing the way for an underdog.
Joey Chestnutt s domination of the annual Nathan s Hot Dog Eating Contest appears over for this July 4 because of a dispute over his sponsorship deal with rival brand Impossible Foods, maker of plant-based hamburgers and hot dogs.