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How many HCP do we need for a grand slam? - with Jeff Hand

While this hand is quite unusual, it does illustrate important points about determining our hand strength and when to compete in the bidding.

Hi ,


Because of traveling a fair bit recently, I haven't been playing much and I can tell how out of shape my brain is. I find myself making such silly mistakes, I've started to feel bad even for my robot partners. Regularity really is key, isn't it?


Getting back into the swing of things, I'm very happy to have renowned player and teacher Jeff Hand join us for a really fun hand.


How many high card points do you need to bid a grand slam in bridge?


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While this hand is quite unusual, it does illustrate important points about determining our hand strength and when to compete in the bidding.


How would you have bid this hand? Leave a comment on the Youtube video: https://youtu.be/JjoIPpj2zlY


Thank you for joining us!


Your partner in learning,

Bajir


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