Jacoby on Bridge West Five Hearts Play Outcome
In a bridge deal South faced a choice after five hearts and slam chances. South’s four no trump bid led to a tricky path. the Italians benefited on hand two while the five contract made, yet South could have made the hand double dummy.
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Almanac Highlights Births and Historic Events for August 17
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Bridge controversy over four heart slam and four diamonds bids
In a bridge column, the Italian North-South reach four hearts after a six heart line is not ideal. The American South opens four hearts pre emptively, backfiring. North may pass four hearts or jump to six, but such slam bids are risky. The article prompts the reader to decide on the next bid after partner continues with four diamonds.
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