The biggest rivals in hot dog-eating are headed for a rematch 15 years in the making

Joey Chestnut (L) and Takeru Kobayashi (R) compete in the Nathan

Rivals Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi will reunite in September for their first hot dog-eating competition in 15 years. Here’s why the competitors and their fans are so hungry for a rematch.

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Rivals Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi will reunite in September for their first hot dog-eating competition in 15 years. Here’s why the competitors and their fans are so hungry for a rematch.