After a hard-fought match, our team defeated Ireland by a narrow margin of just 3 IMPs (83-80).
Today, we begin a two-day battle against China (96 deals), which could open the door for us to compete for medals.
Meanwhile, here are a few deals from yesterday:
Deal 11
Jagniewski – Gaweł playing NS
Results Pass – 1♣ – 1NT – 2♣ (Stayman) Double (points) – Pass – Pass – 2♠ Pass – Pass – Double (takeout) – Pass – Pass – Pass The result was 500 points after strong defense. At the other table, Przemek passes after the no-trump bid, and after a double on Stayman, the opponents settle in a 2♦ contract.
Deal 21
ResultsJaniszewski – Strzemecki playing EW
After the bidding sequence 1♠ – 2♠ (hearts and a minor suit) – 3♠ – 4NT (positive for minor suits) – Pass – 5♥ – Pass – 5NT – Pass – 6♣ Our team reached a small slam, while at the other table, the Irish stopped at game, resulting in +11 IMPs.
Our opponents put up fierce resistance, as shown in the following deal:
Deal 24
ResultsBuras – Nowak playing NS
Pass – Pass – 1♥! – Double 3♥ – Pass – Pass – Double Pass – 5♦ – Pass – Pass Pass Resulting in -1 after the opening lead of A♥. At the other table: Pass – Pass – 1♣ – 1NT Pass – 2NT (♦) – Pass 3♣ (maximum) – Pass – 3♦ (to pass) – Pass – 3NT! And they made their contract, as the hearts split 4-4.
