Joey Chestnut, one of America’s most famous competitive eaters, missed his chance to claim a ninth consecutive victory in the annual Fourth of July Nathan’s Famous hot-dog-eating contest in Coney Island, Brooklyn.

Mr. Chestnut was dethroned by Matt Stonie, who finished second last year. Mr. Stonie, 23, downed 62 hot dogs and buns on Saturday, beating Mr. Chestnut by two, according to The Associated Press.

“I trained hard for this; this is actually amazing,” Mr. Stonie told ESPN.

Mr. Chestnut has vowed to return next year to try to reclaim his title.

In the women’s competition, the defending champion fared better: Miki Sudo claimed first place. She ate 38 hot dogs and claimed the $10,000 prize.