Steven Dannenmann of Severn in World Series of Poker at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel

Steven Dannenmann of Severn, Md., stares down an opponent during the semi-final round of the World Series of Poker at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel Thursday, July, 14, 2005 in Las Vegas. The top prize for the winner of Friday's final table will be $7.5 million. Every one of the nine players at the last table will walk away a millionaire. Dannenmann started the day in third place with $4,300,000 in chips. (AP Photo/Joe Cavaretta)