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The Silent Partner: Cultivating Mental Strength for Your Best Bridge

I’ve spent a lot of time at the bridge table over the years, and one thing has become crystal clear to me: the game isn't just played with cards. It’s played in the mind. You can study all the bidding systems, memorise every convention, and practise your card play until your fingers ache, but if your mental game isn't sharp, you're leaving a significant edge on the table.

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EBU Madeira Congress Blog – day 7 (Sunday)

After a leisurely breakfast and a relaxing morning in the Madeiran sunshine, play in the Multiple Teams began at 12:30. Funchal is a perfect location for a Congress – lots of places to walk to or within a short (and cheap) bus ride; the historic centre itself, Monte, the botanical gardens or simply the harbour front and local market, with lots of venues for food and drink.

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EBU Madeira Congress Blog – day 3 (Wednesday)

Today dawned cloudy and rain threatened on the coast throughout late morning and afternoon. Several of the guests ventured on the Paradise Valley levada walk and they were rewarded with better weather – at least it stayed dry for them. After a walk lasting about two hours, they ended at a local tea house for a light lunch of sandwiches, scones and cake. One of the participants, Claire, writes “We really enjoyed our trip yesterday, walking along a levada. The levadas are a special water irrigation and aqueduct system.

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Why Bridge is an Attractive Game Compared to Chess and Poker—Especially for Young People

Bridge may not have the same mainstream appeal as chess or poker, but it offers unique advantages that make it an exciting and engaging game—especially for younger players looking for mental challenge, teamwork, and social interaction.
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1. Bridge is a Team Game (Unlike Chess or Poker)

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