Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_49 (first_prize___ INTEGER, year VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the top first place prize in 1997?
### Answer:
SELECT MAX(first_prize___) AS $__ FROM table_name_49 WHERE year = 1997