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[hv=pc=n&s=saqhaj84dtckj8743&n=s43hkqt96d96cat92]133|200[/hv] This hand makes 6♥ or 6♣, but how to get there with SAYC or 2/1? In a recent auction, the only pair to bid was playing precision. There was competition in spades, but even without, what's the best way to find the fit and keep bidding open? South (dealer) opens 1♣.

I like the Bridge Movies on BBO. I use books as well, but sometimes there's too much information all at once. I need to process stuff more slowly, so I'll do one or two bridge movies a day. Also, the Beginner Intermediate Lounge (BIL) has free classes almost every day on BBO. It's $45 to join for the year. Here's the link. My link

I can't see going for the singleton K♠ over the finesse, unless there's something in the bidding to indicate a singleton K. Seems like odds are better for the finesse. There might be a squeeze play in hearts (for the Jack), but so what? You can already shed 2 heart losers on your K-Q ♣, and there's no way around losing A-K♥ that I can see. Was there anything in the defensive bidding to indicate unusual distribution?

It's always important to be the least wrong partner. Pass 4♦ so you can blame your partner when you go down. ;)

Hi, I'm looking for someone to play at local tourneys in Memphis area or sectional tourneys in nearby areas - Nashville, Mississippi, St. Louis, Alabama. If you're from out of town, maybe we can practice with online play. I am an intermediate with 15 MPs, eager to learn and improve my game. Have played contract bridge most of my life, but just started duplicate in last few months. Play SAYC and standard intermediate conventions. Happy to play with a newbie.