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No.

Of course they are random. All of bidding and play theory depends on this.

Yes! I can't declare worth a darn! I need some defense to have a chance! :-)

I totally agree. ELO could work, I think there multi-participant extensions, so that joint win/loss distribution is modeled. I certainly don't want to finger any administrator or director whatsoever. Nak

Excellent discussion. Indeed, a time control for bridge is daunting. I think there are some ideas worth trying out at least. With beer. Nak

I think bridge is about 128 years behind. :-) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London_1883_chess_tournament Nak

Good point, of course. This needs to be a consideration. Nak

Yes, a time control is what is most needed in bridge. I've been bullied by "good" players for 30+ years at the bridge table. Enough is enough. Nak

Yes, obviously. Bridge is the only serious competitive strategy game that does not do this. MP are stupid. But nothing will happen until we introduce a time control. Best, Nak

There should be no requirement to read chat. If you have a problem, call the director. I don't need to be harassed my Moira with "time" "speedball" "time please" blah blah, when I'm taking 25 seconds on a critical bid in a competitive auction, and she just took an hour and a half on her cold 4 spades when she could have claimed after trick 3. I am happy to slow down if you feel the need to harass me. Best, Nak

Yes, I've noticed that, too. Good suggestion. :-) Josh

Hi Clare. I would be interested in playing. I've been having a heck of a time finding people to play with. I have been playing for about 30 years off and on. I have about 53 ACBL masterpoints. I play a pretty standard game - either 2/1 or SAYC is fine. Please let me know here or you can message me on BBO. Best wishes, Josh Mullet BBO: 9NTredbl