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Green against red, sitting East behind a 1♦ opening, you overcall 1♥ indicating a lead to partner with the following hand:
♠ 653
♥ KQ987
♦ K3
♣ 942
Unimpressed, South jumps freely to 2NT and North raises to game:
| W | N | E | S |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1♦ | 1♥ | 2NT | |
| Pass | 3NT |
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Bridge teacher passionate about education, Norbert Lébely contributed to several bestsellers, including the book collection “Step by Step” and the book series “Les clefs du bridge” (Keys to bridge) with Robert Berthe as well as the series “Bien enchérir” (bidding well) with Michel Bessis. He has been working on the software "Step by Step in action" for several years. Picture © Caroline Moreau.
