UPDATE: Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut is set to take on an exciting new challenge this Friday at Oracle Park during the highly anticipated game between the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers. Chestnut will attempt to devour 99 Impossible Foods plant-based chicken nuggets in just nine innings.
The event kicks off at 7:15 PM PST, making it a must-see spectacle for fans and food enthusiasts alike. Chestnut, who has dominated competitive eating with a record 17 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest victories, expressed his enthusiasm: “I’ve done a lot of wild challenges over the years, but 99 nuggets in nine innings is a new one for me, and I’m fired up.”
This latest challenge, dubbed the “99/9 Challenge,” promises to be a thrilling experience. Chestnut will not be alone; he will be joined by a contest-winning fan who will also partake in the nugget-eating showdown. “Doing it back in the Bay where I grew up, at Oracle Park with the Giants, makes it even better,” Chestnut added. “I hope they’ve got a few extras ready.”
Chestnut’s impressive résumé includes over 50 world records, such as consuming 182 chicken wings in 30 minutes and 141 hard-boiled eggs in eight minutes. Earlier this year, he showcased his skills by eating 39 pierogi in just two minutes during a halftime contest at a Cleveland Cavaliers game, outpacing three other competitors combined.
With the spotlight on him once again, Chestnut is confident that 99 nuggets will be no challenge. Fans are encouraged to tune in to witness this unique event that blends sports and culinary competition.
As the game approaches, anticipation mounts. Will Chestnut break yet another record? This is a developing story that fans won’t want to miss. Be sure to catch every moment of the action live from Oracle Park!
