Monthly Archives: July, 2016

Conventions: Scrambling 2NT

A bid that is dying in popularity in competitive auctions is the 2NT bid . Over the years experts have concluded the usefulness of it being “natural” is just not there .

Think in Reverse By Larry Cohen

This deal is from the 2009 Team Trials played in White Plains. You deal as South with both sides vulnerable, holding:

Common Sense Defence Part I By Frances Hinden

Helping tournament players when they come up against unusual conventions.

Sally’s Scissors

Svelte Sally is playing with her good friend today. Coincidentally, they are opposed to Subtle Simon who deals as East and opens 1 spade...

Playing Like the Hideous Hog By David Lindop

Although the defenders are trying to defeat our contract, at times they can’t help but provide us with assistance.

The Art of False Carding and Deceptive Play in Bridge

False Cards are Used By Defenders to:....False Cards (or Deceptive Plays) are Used By Declarer to:...

The Plan XXIII by Tim Bourke

West led the jack of spades and declarer paused to make a plan. Clearly, if the diamond finesse failed, so would the contract.

Don’t believe this one By Dan Howe

Don't believe this one. We don't. South dealer; East/West: vulnerable

The 20-20 Hindsight of an Instructive Deal By Phillip Alder

Teachers usually have a good eye for an instructive deal.

Poor Opening Leads By Brent Manley

You, West, are on lead against 3NT after partner opened the bidding with 1H. You hold ...

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