Bridge problem by Jean-Christophe Quantin
Your hand sitting South Bidding Dealer South. All vulnerable. Lead: ♣K. This very technical sequence was played by an international pair. 2♣ is game-forcing, 3♥ is positive, 3NT shows the ♠ control…
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Your September Exclusive Newsletter
The summer heat is giving way to a more studious atmosphere, and our September Newsletter is here to accompany you back to the gaming table. So sit back, get your cards ready and explore our selection of exclusive content reserved for Premium and Premium+ subscribers, including yourself.
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September bidding contest
Use all your skills and strategies to overcome this new challenge! Will you be able to identify the most appropriate bids? The principle in three points: Attention, in case of several participations, only…
A powerful system: Transfer over opener’s jump rebid of 2NT
In the French standard system, when we start 1m-1M-2NT, the other minor elongates responder’s major, but that’s about it. It is possible to go much further in the description of all sorts of hands under the condition of adopting a system that combines transfer and double relay responses. Attention, it requires that you and your partner are on exactly the same page, or you can experience disasters
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Secrets of declarer play: Elimination and endplay
Let’s focus today on the cases where the endplay is only effective against one of the two players or more effective against one of them. Examples: But of course, we can’t always…
Count your tricks
Many players went wrong on this deal from a Funbridge Teams Tournament. See if you would have done better.
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Bridge problem: There is no use in bidding, you need to play (well)
An illustrious bridge champion and well-known journalist, Jean-Paul Meyer was one of the “greats” of the bridge world. With this bridge problem, rediscover the expertise of a player who left a lasting…
August Bridge Quiz: answer available!
In your opinion, is North last bid forcing or non-forcing? Click on “Participate” to submit your answer before 21 August. The winners will receive Diamonds♦️ on Wednesday 23 August! Take a chance! 🍀…
Whose fault is it?
North-South have reached a very poor contact. As so often, each of the two players considers that his partner is responsible for the accident. And you, what do you think? Problem 1…
Bridge Problem: Unpredictable Twist
Your hand sitting South Bidding Dealer East. North-South vulnerable. Card play Lead: ♦6. Do what you can to justify your rather light overcall. Solution You have escaped a ♥ lead, and for…
Two Spice Recipe
Technique, psychology and imagination are the main ingredients of a successful bridge recipe. Two spices perfume these tasty morsels. To be savoured without moderation.
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