Weak Jump Overcall Bites in Diamond Club Play
The article recounts South pursuing diamonds and clubs after Oswald and James Jacoby’s weak jump overcall failed. East defended twice, earning the diamond ace and club king, but could not reach West’s spades. South still made an overtrick, suggesting better results if West had held back.
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Weak jump overcall in bridge study notes by Oswald Jacoby
In early contract play Oswald Jacoby popularized the weak jump overcall to reduce bidding room for opponents. A recent match point duplicate showcased West's two spade overcall under pressure, followed by South's prudent three no trump response and further play illustrating the concept.
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