To the dogs: Chestnut’s absence leaves open field
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Joey Chestnut’s absence from the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest has left a wide-open field with tighter betting odds than there has been in years. On the women’s side, nine-time champion Miki Sudo is a commanding favorite at -750.