Matt Stonie competes at the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, NY on July 4, 2014. Joey Chestnut wins the contest for an 8th consecutive time consuming a total of 61 hot dogs. The Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest has occurred each July 4th in Coney Island since 1916. UPI/John Angelillo .