I have just discovered a new (to me) podcast called Sorry, Partner hosted by Catherine Harris and Jocelyn Startz, two American enthusiasts, who interview top bridge players for their blog. I found it when I googled Portuguese international star Antonio Palma. Among many other things, I found out that he plays in at least one tournament a month and that his favourites are Madeira and WBT (World Bridge Tour). I couldn’t agree more!
I really liked this hand from the World Bridge Games in Buenos Aires, which Antonio played in the qualifying rounds, against one of the lower ranked teams.
West was the unlucky player who came in with 2♠. Should he, facing a passed partner? Would you? They could of course have a cheap save against a heart contract – and kind of did – but still…
West started with a spade. Prospects were not that great, as West is heavy favourite to hold at least one of the minor-suit Kings, and probably both.
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