Three Bid Guarantees Slam in Cleveland Bridge Event
Secretary William E. McKenney explains a new three bid method for the 12th annual American Contract Bridge League championships in Cleveland the week of November 28. The piece discusses using a suit headed by an ace with the ace king jack other combinations and how it supports no trump play and slam chances. An example from Pittsburgh shows Blackwood interplay leading to a seven no trump contract after showing two kings.
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William E. McKenney
American Contract Bridge League
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Bridge bidding puzzle leads to East’s pass or bid
With South open one heart, West doubles, North redoubles, East’s pass signals strength or desire to pass with no easy bid. An East bid shows constructive values and a choice between competing game or part-score contracts, while a pass often indicates limited opener’s values or safety to avoid overcalling.
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