West's bridge misplay sparks grand slam chase
The article recounts a duplicate bridge hand where West doubles five clubs, South ruffs spades, and a bold finagle sequence in diamonds leads to a grand slam. West, clever in mathematics, misreads odds, while South improvises to transform the deal into a top score of 1,750.
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Bridge bidding recap with cautious diamond raise advice
The bidding sequence runs West North East South one club passes doubles. The commentary urges trusting partner despite uncertainties and notes strong defense against spades while commenting on a doubtful diamond raise.
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