Hotdog Hero Returns to Coney Island

Joey Chestnut, the hotdog eating champ, is back in action this Fourth of July at Coney Island. This is big news for fans who love watching people eat tons of hotdogs in just 10 minutes. Chestnut, known as "Jaws, " was kicked out last year for promoting a rival plant-based hotdog brand. But now, after a one-year break, he's returning to compete again. Chestnut has won this contest 16 times before. He holds the world record for eating 83 hotdogs in 10 minutes. He's excited to be back and says the contest is a big part of his life. Chestnut also clarified that he still loves Nathan's hotdogs, even though he works with other companies too. George Shea, the event's host, is happy to have Chestnut back. He says the contest was still exciting last year without Chestnut, but having him back makes it even better. Shea is known for his dramatic introductions of the competitors. He's been working on a special welcome back speech for Chestnut. The competition is expected to be tough. Chestnut will face last year's winner, Patrick "Deep Dish" Bertoletti, and other top eaters. Fans are betting that Chestnut will win again and maybe even break his own record of 76 hotdogs eaten in 10 minutes. Shea believes that the controversy last year actually helped the sport of competitive eating grow. He thinks it brought more attention to the event. Now, with Chestnut back, everyone is looking forward to a great show.