Two big swings by Barry Rigal


Right at the end of the Round 4 match against Brazil, the Norwegians picked up two big swings. What would you bid with the West hand on Board 17 after 2¨ (both majors 0-10), Pass, Pass?

Board 17. Dealer North. Love All
ª J 10 8 7 2
© Q J 9 4
¨ Q J
§ 9 8
ª K Q ª A 9 6 3
© A 10 8 6 5 © 7 2
¨ K 9 6 2 ¨ 8 3
§ 10 3 § Q J 7 5 2
ª 5 4
© K 3
¨ A 10 7 5 4
§ A K 6 4

Pedro Ceglia of Brazil tried 2NT and went for 800 in 3NT doubled on the minority of high card points (19). Then came a slam which needed Q 10 9 8 5 2 facing A 6 3 to play for no losers. It did not produce the required miracle. The 13 IMPs left Norway 24-6 winners.


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