Weak Two-Bid Has Pitfalls In Bridge Play
In a national championship hand, a weak two-bid tempted West to action, allowing East to profit with a double for penalties. Myron Field’s team eventually won and will travel to Paris for the world championship. The article explains the fine play by Field, the likely defenses, and the resulting 990 points for declarer.
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