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Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest 2025 prize money: How much is on offer for Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo in Coney Island?


THE Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back with some big prizes up for grabs!

Joey Chestnut is the big story, with the 16-time champion back in the competition after missing it in 2024.

Hot dog eating contest winners with trophies and many hot dogs.
The Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is BACK on July 4
NEW YORK, NY - JULY 04:  Defending champion Joey Chestnut competes in the 2023 Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island on July 4, 2023 in New York City.  (Photo by Bobby Bank/Getty Images)
Joey Chestnut is back after missing the 2024 event

Jaws did not compete in last year’s Hot Dog Eating Contest because of an issue with a rival sponsor, Impossible Foods, that are a vegan company.

However, the competitive eating GOAT is BACK this year and will challenge 2024 champion Patrick Bertoletti for his crown.

In the women’s contest, Miki Sudo will also be out to defend her crown and win the event for the 11th time.

SunSport reveals everything you need to know about the prize money.

What is the prize money for the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest 2025?

The total prize purse has not changed from 2024, with $40,000 split between the men’s and women’s contestants, with equal money in both competitions.

The full breakdown is as follows:

  • Winner: $10,000
  • Second: $5,000
  • Third: $2.500

When is the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest 2025 and how can I watch it?

  • The contest takes place on Friday, July 4, in Coney Island, New York.
  • The women’s contest is at 10.45am ET / 3.45pm BST and will be aired on ESPN3, which is available to live stream via the ESPN website or app, as well as various other streaming sites.
  • The men’s contest is at 12.30pm ET / 5.30pm BST and will be aired on ESPN2 and streamed on ESPN3.
  • There is no broadcast in the UK.
  • Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.

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