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When you add up all of your
matchpoints, you will be able to see
whether you did better or worse than
average. You will also be able to see which
boards you found troublesome. Don't
be afraid to ask one of the better players
about one or two of your problem deals.
Every club has experienced players eager
to help newcomers sharpen their bidding
and their play of the cards. Look for these
friendly faces and seek their advice. You'll
meet a lot of interesting people this way.
Develop the expert's attitude:
Each deal is unique and separate.
Discuss what went wrong with
your partner privately after
the game.

Are You a Winner?
Play well and you will
be awarded a prize:
masterpoints, the
coin of the duplicate
bridge realm.
Masterpoints appeal to members
because it allows them to track their
growth in the game by achieving new
ranks on their way to becoming a
Life Master.

To learn more about
rank advancement,
visit www.acbl.org/
masterpointsranks.

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http://www.acbl.org/masterpointranks

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