Latest Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Odds & Favorites From Fanatics
The annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest takes place in Coney Island, New York on July 4. The contest stretches back over 100 years, and is a test of how many hot dogs contestants can eat in 10 minutes.
Both the hot dog and the bun must be eaten, and whoever eats the most inside the 10 minute time frame wins. Joey Chestnut holds the record for the most hot dogs eaten in 10 minutes, with a total of 76 in 2021.
Latest Hot Dog Eating Odds & Favorites
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Joey Chestnut
Winner Probability: 94%
According to Fanatics Markets, Joey Chestnut has a 92% chance of winning the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, which equates to odds of around -1150. You can bet on the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest with Fanatics Markets.
Joey Chestnut holds the record at this event, with 76 hot dogs eaten in the 2021 edition of the contest. He is the overwhelming favorite to take the crown in 2026, too.
Crazy Legs Conti
Winner Probability: 6%
Fanatics Markets gives Crazy Legs Conti a 6% chance of winning the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, which equates to odds of around +1150.
Crazy Legs Conti has been a staple contestant in this competition for nearly 20 years, and his personal best at the contest is 26 hot dogs. He will need to improve if he's to challenge Joey Chestnut.
Derek Hendrickson
Winner Probability: 6%
Fanatics Markets also gives Derek Hendrickson a 6% chance of winning the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, which equates to odds of around +1150.
Derek Hendrickson is a Major League Eating contestant from Texas, and managed to eat 30 hot dogs in the 2025 renewal of this event.
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Explained
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is a yearly competition, taking place on July 4 at Coney Island, New York. The Contest is simple, competitors have 10 minutes to eat as many hotdogs as possible, including buns.
Whichever contestant eats the most hot dogs and buns in the time period wins the coveted Mustard Belt, as well as a cash prize. The cash prize for the winner of the contest in 2026 is $10,000.
The contest stretched back to 1916, and is sanctioned by Major League Eating (MLE). The modern event features separate divisions for men and women, and the contest is available to watch live for US viewers on ESPN.
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Fanatics Markets Odds
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is a popular betting spectacle, with markets including Winner, Total Hot Dogs Eaten, and more available with Fanatics Markets.
You can bet on the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest with Fanatics Markets. Joey Chestnut is the heavy favorite to win the Men's prize, but there are also odds for other competitors and markets, as well as the Women's contest.
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest FAQs
Can you bet on Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest?
Yes, you can bet on Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest with Fanatics Markets, who are offering markets on Winner, Total Hot Dogs Eaten, Joey Chestnut Total Hot Dogs, and more.
Who is the favorite to win Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest?
Joey Chestnut has a 92% chance of winning Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, according to Fanatics Markets. This is the equivalent of Joey Chestnut being a -1150 favorite to win the event.
Crazy Legs Conti and Derek Hendrickson both have a 6% chance of winning the contest according to Fanatics Markets.
Who has won the most Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contests?
Joey Chestnut has won the most Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contests, with 17 wins. Joey Chestnut's first win in this contest was in 2007, and he has won Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in 17 of the last 19 years.
What is the record for the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest?
Joey Chestnut has the record for the most hot dogs and buns eaten at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, with 76 hot dogs eaten in 10 minutes at the 2021 renewal of the contest. Miki Sudo holds the Women's record, with 51 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes.
Where can I watch Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest?
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest 2026 is available to watch live on ESPN on Saturday July 4. The Women's contest is available via the ESPN app, with the Men's contest available to watch on ESPN2 at 12 p.m. ET.