Could Scottish bridge compete with the country’s people and places? It was a tall order.
Negative doubles occur when partner opens bidding, your right-hand opponent overcalls, and you have some strength but no other way to bid it.
A veteran of more than 50 years competition, Dan Cabot has written a useful pamphlet called Duplicate Bridge for Beginners.
Bridge players are constantly urged to count losing tricks in a suit contract.
Robert S. Todd teaches bridge, gives playing lessons, runs duplicate play on cruises, you name it. Oh, and he’s also an expert player.
The 2-over-1 bidding system, all the rage these days, deserves our consideration.
Some hands from the July 24 game at the Edgartown Bridge Club provide excellent lesson material.
Here’s a new convention. It’s easy enough to use and priceless on the rare occasions it’s needed.
Bidding and making a slam are one of bridge’s pure joys.
Bridge players need to stay on the same page as their partners.
A 5 3 ♠
2
♥ Q J 9 8 6 ♥
10 7 5 4 3 2
♦ Q 10 6 ♦
K 9 3
♣ 5 3 ♣
10 8 4