Premature Ruff Error in Bridge Play Noted
The note describes a common bridge error called the premature ruff. West opens clubs with the king and then shifts to the six in trumps, illustrating the misplay.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1972
Page
7
The note describes a common bridge error called the premature ruff. West opens clubs with the king and then shifts to the six in trumps, illustrating the misplay.
In Tiberias Israel AP reports a bridge contest where South led a line that could have made a contract but misplayed. West held the last trump and controlled the endgame. The noting concludes with a safety reminder to drive safely.
The hand from Culbertson's Battle Royal highlights instructive bidding and play ideas. It emphasizes signaling, prevention of overreach, and careful suit management to improve contract success.
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