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DAILY BRIDGE CLUB:
Dogma is man’s best friend. In learning bridge, you will hear about “rules” of play. Treat them only as guidelines.
At four hearts, South took the ace of diamonds and saw he was at risk of four losers only if trumps broke 4-1. For an extra chance, he led dummy’s 10 at Trick Two. East had been taught to “cover an honor,” and since he had two honors, he could hardly not play one of them. So the trick was: 10, queen, ace, king.
South took the king of diamonds, led a club to his ace, ruffed his last diamond and led another trump. East got his nine and jack, but, playing carefully, South lost only a spade besides. Making four. Bae or boo, to former generations Pound parts Playwright Chekhov 32 Prosciutto di __ 34 Direct
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East could gain nothing by covering the 10 of trumps. If South had A-K-87-6 and planned to let the 10 ride, East could never score more than one trump trick. But if West has a singleton honor, East will regret it if he covers.
DAILY QUESTION: You hold: ♠ Q5 ♥ A8763
◆ 983 ♣ A 8 2. Your partner opens 1NT, and the next player passes. What do you say?
ANSWER: South in today’s deal responded with an old-fashioned three hearts, forcing and showing 10 or more points and probably a five-card suit. Now, most pairs use “transfer” responses. You bid two diamonds, obliging your partner to bid two 47 Spin, say 48 Storied bear 49 2018 White House visitor from Qatar Kids’ curriculum Garden veggie Regarding Suddenly turn Messes up “100 Years... 100 Movies” org. Battleship success 50 51 54 55 56 58 59 hearts. Then you bid 3NT, offering a choice of games. Discuss transfers with your partner.