The opening bid of one club by South was Precision, strong and artificial.

How many tricks can the defense take against five hearts by South?

Six clubs by South is safe, but not the best in terms of match-points.

At all four tables, the contract was three no-trump by South.

Six diamonds by South was the contract at both tables.

First, though, what should be the result in five diamonds by South?

The radio show that aired the interview also played four new songs by South, but a new record was not released.

He pointed out, however, that seven no-trump was desirable, with a better than 75 percent chance of success if played by South.

Two diamonds by South is a reverse, strength-showing and forcing.

As it was, a three-diamond by South, denying a major, would have given her partner a headache.