22-year-old wins $8.72 million - and a bracelet - at World Series of Poker

The AP reports from Las Vegas:

A 22-year-old German poker professional won the World Series of Poker main event and $8.72 million early Wednesday, capturing the title with an ace high after using the same hand to boost himself from a nearly insurmountable disadvantage.

Pius Heinz of Germany wagered the last of his chips against 35-year-old Martin Staszko of the Czech Republic with an ace-king. Staszko held a seven-10 of clubs.

"Honestly I'm not sure what I'm going to do with the money," he said. "Probably my family is going to get a couple gifts." Read the full story.