Weiner woes: Joey Chestnut not competing in hot dog eating contest due to rival brand deal
America's perennial hot dog swallowing champion won't compete in this year's Independence Day competition due to a contract dispute, organizers said Tuesday.
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America's perennial hot dog swallowing champion won't compete in this year's Independence Day competition due to a contract dispute, organizers said Tuesday.