 Mickey Sudo! And she relished the moment. Stacey Lynn, CBS News. The man who won the competition, you will remember this story, I've been telling you for a couple weeks now, for the 16 of the past 17 years, was not there today. The reigning champ, Joey Chestnut, was downing hot dogs at a separate event. This one was held in Texas. The 2023 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest ended the way so many had before. I give you the number one ranked eater in the world, Joey Chestnut!