Learn Bridge Online Newsletter by Bajir

#238 Apr 20, 2023

Should we keep bidding in a competitive auction if we're all Vulnerable? - with Graeme Tuffnell

We must decide if we want to defend against 2♥ or try to play the hand ourselves. Our options are: Pass, bid 2♠ or bid…

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#237 Apr 18, 2023

Should we play it safe and go down 1, or risk it to try to make our contract? - with Jack Stocken

East is the dangerous opponent: we can cash our sure winners and go down only one, or we can risk a worse outcome to…

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#236 Apr 11, 2023

Defending against 1NT, should I encourage one suit or discourage another? - with Curt Soloff

Our hand: ♠T942 ♥XXX ♦X ♣Q9432 Using a discard, should we encourage partner to play towards our better suit or…

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#235 Apr 4, 2023

Do you recognize this suit combination? Dummy: ♣QT963 Declarer: ♣A85 - with Graeme Tuffnell

How would you play this suit combo? Dummy: ♣QT963 Declarer: ♣A85

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#234 Mar 27, 2023

The Rule of 15 - with Antara Keelor

With 3 Passes to you, in 4th seat, count your HCPs and the number of Spades you hold in your hand. If this totals 15…

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#233 Mar 17, 2023

Why 1NT is my favorite contract in bridge - with Adam Parrish

What's the first thing you do? Adam explains how important it is to count your points, count your winners (not…

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#232 Mar 14, 2023

Become a dynamic defender! Still time to join us for Tuesday's lesson with Curt Soloff

If so many bridge players aren't giving defense enough attention, we have a wonderful opportunity to improve and gain…

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#231 Mar 10, 2023

Simple Scoring with Oliver & Dynamic Defense with Curt

When should you sacrifice? When should you bid aggressively vs conservatively? Having a strong understanding and ability…

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