The conclusion of the Main Event on July 15 marked the close of play, and the largest prize in sports and/or television history at the time ($7,500,000) was awarded to the winner.

[1] This marked the last time the Main Event final table was held at Binion's Horseshoe.

[2] Each paid $10,000 to enter what was the largest poker tournament ever played in a brick and mortar casino at the time.

2004 Main Event champion Greg Raymer finished in 25th place in his title defense.

NB: This list is restricted to top 100 finishers with an existing Wikipedia entry.