Late to the thread. I have to agree with Mike, the top players are usually exceptionally kind, helpful and sometimes even humble at the table or quiet and non confrontational. The pro Mike refers to is a well known exception, I roll my eyes and fail to understand why anyone would pay to play with him.
Why so many hooligans in bridge?
#21
Posted Today, 19:35
"And no matter what methods you play, it is essential, for anyone aspiring to learn to be a good player, to learn the importance of bidding shape properly. MikeH
"100% certain that many excellent players would disagree. This is far more about style/judgment than right vs. wrong." Fred
"100% certain that many excellent players would disagree. This is far more about style/judgment than right vs. wrong." Fred
#22
Posted Today, 20:53
At a recent regional I got to talking, yakking about with the top players.
One mentioned, how he thought one player may be THE greatest card player and was often a J---
It took me back how matter of fact he said it
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It reminded me at a national tournament many years ago, talking with one of the top directors. I mentioned how one player
When I was young was and still is a bit of a hero worship for me.
He quickly retorted how all the directors really disliked him. He was a terror to deal with...
One mentioned, how he thought one player may be THE greatest card player and was often a J---
It took me back how matter of fact he said it
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It reminded me at a national tournament many years ago, talking with one of the top directors. I mentioned how one player
When I was young was and still is a bit of a hero worship for me.
He quickly retorted how all the directors really disliked him. He was a terror to deal with...

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