Thoughtful defense leads to ruff in bridge deal
Phillip Alder and Julian Pottage highlight a four hearts defense where underled aces can force a ruff. The winning line uses spade ace at trick two, then club two to entice partner into a diamond ruff, while avoiding a spade queen return. Also notes Alder's book Get Smarter at Bridge.
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