Old Defense Loses Today By Oswald And James Jacoby
In Bridge World analysis Oswald and Jacoby show how South could have made the contract after ruffing three of dummy’s spades and exhausting trumps to a five card ending. West’s remaining spade remained unplayable and a single club fear forced a two diamond ending, allowing declarer to read and cash the diamond ace while dropping the king.
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Bridge hand lesson sparks classic defense debate
A bridge hand described by a noted authority illustrates defensive play strategies. The tale recalls a famous hand where missteps and precise plays influenced the outcome, highlighting bidding choices and the impact of memory on decisions at the table.
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