Championnat ultime de dégustation : Joey Chestnut contre Takeru Kobayashi en direct sur Netflix

Netflix Announces Ultimate Eating Competition

Netflix recently revealed that it will broadcast a high-stakes eating contest between renowned competitive eaters Takeru Kobayashi and Joey Chestnut. This event will see the 16-time hot dog eating champion, Joey Chestnut, take on Takeru Kobayashi in a live showdown.

Key Facts

Netflix unveiled the competition titled “Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef,” set to be broadcast live on Labor Day, although specific details regarding the location and time are yet to be disclosed.

Following a decision to represent a competing vegan hot dog brand, Joey Chestnut was barred from participating in this year’s Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, as reported by the media. Netflix quickly partnered with Chestnut in response to this situation.

Major League Eating, the organization behind the Nathan’s contest, noted that they attempted to accommodate Chestnut and his management team but hoped for his return in the absence of brand conflicts.

In a statement to ESPN, Chestnut expressed his anticipation for the clash with Kobayashi, labeling him as his fiercest competitor and acknowledging the fans’ eagerness for a revival of their rivalry.

Crucial Quote

“This rivalry has been brewing for a long time,” Kobayashi conveyed to Netflix. “Competing against Joey live on Netflix means fans all over the world can watch me knock him out.”

Big Number

Joey Chestnut set a record in 2021 by consuming 76 hot dogs and buns in just 10 minutes, showcasing his unmatched eating prowess.

Key Background

Chestnut and Kobayashi have a storied history as rivals, with their last competitive face-off dating back to 2007 when Chestnut emerged victorious, dethroning Kobayashi. Chestnut went on to dominate the scene, setting multiple records, whereas Kobayashi, known as the “godfather of competitive eating,” faced a ban from competition due to contractual issues and concerns over his health.

Kobayashi announced his retirement last month, citing health worries, but expressed a desire to defeat Chestnut one last time before officially stepping away from the competitive eating arena.

Source : www.forbes.com