Five selected non-amateurs in Backyard Burgers finals
According to AICE News, eaters who have competed in any previous eating contest will not be able to compete in any Backyard Burger qualifier, but they can get a slot in the finals by submitting an application:
Reminder: there will be five slots for pro eaters at the finals. Food Warriors must contact Arnie Chapman and make a case why they deserve a bye into the finals. Please site your eating accomplishments. Pro Eaters should also include a statement regarding their extreme dislike of mini burgers and how their participation in the national championship will help end the “mini-burger” epidemic that our country is currently facing. If you wish to enter a qualifier as an Amateur Eater you must not have more than one speed eating contest under your belt; this does not include eating challenges.
Carey said
July 16, 2007 @ 5:24 pm
here is a news story with video from the first BYB contest
http://www.fox16.com/mostpopular/story.aspx?content_id=42f11d4c-2433-40a7-bc92-57efad9a8535