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_69 (date VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many 1st prizes have a Date of aug 17?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(1 AS st_prize___) AS $__ FROM table_name_69 WHERE date = "aug 17"