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Aces on bridge execute dramatic final deal at Gold Coast event
In Brisbane, Australia, the Friday Butler Swiss concludes with Alan Watson and Rick Roeder facing a dramatic final deal. A winkle squeeze unfolds as Watson exits with spade nine and six clubs, revealing a misdefense by West who throws a heart. The play hinges on East and West discarding to prevent the heart king drop, securing trick thirteen for Watson after a heart to ace, diamond exit, and subsequent forced play.
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Gold Coast
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Alan Watson
Rick Roeder
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Roeder
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