Christiansen downs 12 hot dogs to claim victory

Sean Christiansen finished off his 12th hot dog just as time expired Saturday to claim victory in the inaugural 2019 Hot Dog Eating Contest. (Press photo James Grob.)

Mason Meyer and Sean Christiansen were the top to finishers Saturday in the inaugural 2019 Hot Dog Eating Contest. (Press photo James Grob.)

Mason Meyer gave Sean Christiansen a run for his money Saturday at the inaugural 2019 Hot Dog Eating Contest. (Press photo James Grob.)