Mastering the Art of Bridge Squeezes

Unlock the secrets of advanced bridge tactics with our latest episode on the art of squeezing! Learn how to apply pressure on your opponents and force them into tough discard decisions, giving you the upper hand in crucial moments. Tune in for expert insights that will elevate your game!

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Squeezing in bridge is a tactical play that forces a defender to discard a card, which unguards a suit. This clever maneuver gives the declarer an extra trick. The essence of a squeeze lies in applying pressure on an opponent who holds cards in two or more suits.

When the declarer runs a long suit or a sequence of winners, it can leave a defender with no safe discard options. The defender must then choose a card to discard, which either gives up a trick directly or allows the declarer to establish an additional trick in another suit. This technique is advanced, requiring careful counting and precise timing.

A related concept is the strip squeeze. In this scenario, the declarer first strips the defender of safe exit cards by running a long suit. After forcing discards, the declarer executes the squeeze to win extra tricks. For instance, if the declarer plays three rounds of diamonds and hearts, the defender might be forced to discard a crucial guard card. This opens the door for the declarer to score additional tricks in clubs or spades.

Squeezing is considered one of the most elegant and skillful plays in bridge, showcasing a player's strategic prowess.

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