Sailing close to the wind in a high stakes bridge clash
In a complex deal, South advances from a two diamond weak opening to a three bid and pressure builds after North doubles. Declarer ruffs, draws, and disposes of minors while managing spade threats. West’s unknown hand and endplay threat shape the play.
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Nat West
North
East
South
Declarer
Jack
West
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