The 2007 World Series of Poker marked a golden wedding anniversary for Michael Spegal - it was just 41 years ahead of schedule. The 39-year-old landed his first gold bracelet for Pot-Limit Hold’em on his ninth anniversary.

But what the day lacked in romance, it made up for in cash: Spegal pulled in $252,290 for the win (beating Gavin Smith heads up), his first major tournament victory.

This former marine, living in St. Marys, Georgia, really catched the TV's attention with his great personality and game!

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