Crazy Legs Wins in Dixie

Richard Shea reports that Crazy Legs put in a decisive performance in Biloxi, winning the first Nathan's Famous qualifier with 25 HDBs in 10 minutes. Legs is the first of the world's top eaters to earn a seat the table in Coney Island on the Fourth of July. In second was newcomer Ralph Frasca with 14, and, in third, John Gerriish with 12.

The 2009 season is considered the most competitive in history.