A risk with no guarantee
North-South have got to a very bad contract. As is often the case, each of the players thinks that his partner is responsible for the accident. And you: what do you think?…
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A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
In matchpoint pairs, declarer sometimes has the opportunity to take some risks to get an extra trick.
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A little disingenuous
This Sunday evening, Isabelle tells me about a deal she played during a match France-Poland that took place during the Biarritz winter festival. Garance was reproachful about her Double of 2♥ with…
The Professor’s Analysis – February 2024
1,146 of you took part in the monthly Funbridge tournament « The Professor » of February 2024. Thanks to you, the tournament was a success. I hope to see even more of you in…
Don’t lose your head
Your hand sitting South Bidding Dealer North. All vulnerable. North-South hands Lead: ♠2. East wins with the Ace and returns a ♠. You ruff and play the ♦2 immediately. West, a good…
March Bidding Contest
Use all your skills and strategies to overcome this new challenge! Will you be able to identify the most appropriate bids? The principle in three points: Attention, in case of several participations, only…
Analysis by India Natt – February 2024
Did you play India Natt’s tournament in February? In this article, England’s India Natt shares her top tips with you. Deal 1 A hand where it quickly became apparent that nothing could…
Direct raises of one of a major openings
The principle of the five-cards major system is to find a fit in a major as fast as possible. The current French system offers a bg diversity of fit showing answers, depending…
Luc Bellicaud’s Analysis – February 2024
Almost 1,400 of you participated in my second tournament of 2024; thank you for there always being so many of you coming together! Well done to the winner of the tournament, shrisen,…
Tom Drijver’s Analysis – February 2024
Did you play Tom Drijver’s tournament in February? Our Funbridge ambassador and Dutch champion shares his top tips with you in this article. Thanks to you, the tournament was a success! You…
Bridge problem: A queens’ story
Your hand sitting South Bidding Dealer West. All vulnerable. North-South hands Lead: ♥K. Despite the 4-3-3-3 distribution, North’s take-out double is justified because it would be cowardly to pass and 1NT would…