Location: Council Bluffs, IA
Harrah's Horseshoe Hotel and Casino (formerly Bluffs Run Casino) held the Second Annual Pulled Pork Eating Championship on Saturday, September 16 in Council Bluffs, IA.
Last year's event was won by Rich LeFevre, who consumed 7 lbs. and one ounce of smoked pork. He returned to defend his title, but Joey Chestnut proved himself as the top American eater yet again.
Chestnut consumed a record-breaking 9.6 lbs of Omaha Steaks pulled pork in 10 minutes, and gained another title in the pork discipline.
Chip Simpson took second place with 7.4 lbs, and Rich LeFevre held on to third place with 6.1 lbs.
Jim Hamrick performed well with 4 lbs eaten, and Bill Roth and Jason Smith tied for fifth with 3 lbs.
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