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Bridge column
June 10, 2021
Paul Laliberte
Consider the following hand, with South dealing and both sides vulnerable:
June 14, 2021
Jim Kaplan
Here’s a suggested summer read: Barbara’s Bridge Tips by Barbara Seagram (Master Point Press).
June 22, 2021
Jim Kaplan
Let’s face it: the least desirable game contract is five of a minor.
2024
July 22, 2024
In last week’s column I laid the groundwork for evaluation of 16-point 1NT openers when partner invites game.
July 11, 2024
What is a “weak freak”? Sounds like someone you wouldn’t want to hang with.
June 24, 2024
Discovering a 4-4 fit in a major suit can produce excellent contracts. Unfortunately, many players don’t know how to search for the match.
June 22, 2024
Winning in bridge involves not only playing well but recognizing when you get a gift from the opponents.
2023
August 16, 2023
What was going on here? I was sitting North-South with Paul Laliberte and east was dealing, with East-West vulnerable:
NORTH (me)
♠️8 4
♥️ 6 4 3
♦️ 3
♣️ A 10 9 8 4 3 2
