Joey Chestnut didn't let a protester get in his way as the world champion secured his 15th Mustard Belt at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest.
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As security rushed to remove the protester, Chestnut briefly took matters into his own hands – literally. Chestnut, in the middle of his competitive eating prowess with his face stuffed with hot dogs, grew frustrated with the distracting stage rusher and put the person into a mini chokehold.
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