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Bridge Defense: The Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of bridge defense, including the importance of the opening lead, standard defensive play, and simple partner signals.
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Bridge Defense: The Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of bridge defense, including the importance of the opening lead, standard defensive play, and simple partner signals.
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19 CardsLesson#1
So far, we've focused on bidding and playing the hand as declarer. But that's only half the game. Strong defense is crucial to winning at bridge, and it starts with the very first card played.
Lesson#2
The opening lead is the defenders' first and only chance to set the agenda for the hand. A well-chosen lead can defeat a contract before the declarer even plays a card from dummy, while a poor lead can give the contract away.
Quiz#3
In bridge, what is the defenders' single best opportunity to establish control of the hand?
The opening lead
Lesson#4
Let's learn two standard rules for opening leads. The first applies when you have a sequence of touching high cards, like a King-Queen-Jack. The rule is simple: lead the top of the sequence.
Quiz#5
When you have a sequence of touching high cards, such as a Queen, Jack, and Ten, which card is the standard opening lead?
The top card
Quiz#6
If you hold the King, Queen, and Jack of a suit, which card should you lead?
The King
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