This Fourth of July, thousands will head to Coney Island to cheer on the world’s top competitive eaters vying for a chance to become a legend at Nathan’s Famous 2018 Hot Dog Eating Contest. The contest is the culmination of a 16-event qualifying circuit conducted throughout the United States during the months of April, May and June. Each year, on July 4th, the top male and top female finishers from each qualifier gather on the corner of Surf and Stillwell…