Amusing Bridge Hand Echoes Culbertson Classic
A long 1930s bridge hand from Ely Culbertson’s era is analyzed in which East leads hearts and the play unfolds with dramatic finish. The narrative details bidding, misgiving about the ten of hearts, and a sequence ending with a grand finale as clubs and diamonds are cashed and West’s ultimate card order completes the hand.
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Ely Culbertson
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South
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