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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
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Vincent Gallais: Profile of an innovative bridge player
An addict to the thrills of bridge from a tender age, he left the South of France to join Lille, Funbridge’s mother city. Computer engineer by day, bridge player by night, his…
Overcalls in the sandwich seat after a minor opening and the response of 1NT
Double Stayman and its consequences
Bridge changes, constantly. Even the most basic convention, Stayman, must evolve in order to adapt to the changes. Now that it is common to open 1NT with a five-card major, you have…
July bidding contest: the results!
Summary Answers gathered from the expertsDeal 1: Rotating SputnikDeal 2: Pairs SyndromeDeal 3: Not every day is a party!Deal 4: The big plungeDeal 5: A well-protected queenDeal 6: Better to hold than…