Joey Chestnut wins the men’s category at an annual hot dog eating competition in the United States by eating 66 hot dogs in 10 minutes, securing his 18th title. Miki Sudo wins the women’s competition with 38.75 hot dogs, marking her 12th victory. Multiple reports describe the event as a tradition associated with American Independence Day. One outlet also notes that Chestnut faces difficult conditions, including around 90-degree weather, during the contest. Sudo attributes her performance to muscle memory and the energy from the crowd, according to the same coverage. The reported prize for the overall win is Rs 9.5 lakh, as stated in the articles referencing the contest’s rewards. Across sources, the results are consistent on the winners and their totals: Chestnut at 66 hot dogs and Sudo at 38.75 hot dogs. The coverage presents the competition as a repeat event where both athletes continue to build on prior records and streaks.