Two Negatives Make Positive In Bridge Strategy
A 1965 newspaper column illustrates signaling in bridge from Bid Better Play Better. North opens three spades and South bids three no trump, while West opens clubs and East signals with a deuce to show displeasure with clubs. West counters by leading hearts, using a negative signal to communicate with partner about suit preference and timing.
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Dorothy Hayden
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Bridge bidding puzzle and suggested four spades bid
In a No Trump style contest walk through, South holds Q J 10 2 in clubs and five hearts with opening pass responses. the assistant proposes bidding four spades after North-South sequence to reach a game in spades, noting no need to show clubs.
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