Location: Allentown, PA
Bob Shoudt, the vegetarian from Royersford, PA, won the Pennsylvania Nathan's Famous qualifier by downing 38 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes. Russ Keeler placed second with 19.9, and in third was Wing Kong with 19.8. Steakbellie placed fourth with 17.
The event, which took place at Center Stage of Dorney Park, the incredibly clean and well-maintained 125-year-old amusement park in Allentown, PA, attracted a sizable crowd. The temperature hovered at just under 60 degrees, perfect eating weather. Humble Bob's win was never in question despite the effects of a brutal weekend of eating-related travel. He will grace the Coney Island stage once again.
*All applicants must be 18 years of age or older and fully acknowledge and understand the inherent dangers and risks associated with participating in an eating contest. The applicant further acknowledges and understands that the MLE/IFOCE coordinates with event sponsor(s) to select and approve eligible participants, and that the MLE/IFOCE shall decide, at its sole discretion, whether an applicant is eligible to participate in any eating event, and/or related activities. The MLE/IFOCE may revoke an applicant's eligibility to participate in the eating contest, or related activities, at any time, for any reason, at its sole discretion. The MLE/IFOCE and the event sponsors reserve the right, at any time, to change any and all details concerning the event, including, e.g., time, duration, location and prize structure.