Posted 2009-November-09, 05:45
Perhaps E/W thought that they desperately needed a top and had nothing to lose?
The double by opener can often backfire in this situation, asking partner to bid at the 3 level is very dangerous. Imho, opener should pass
Tony
Edit: It looks like opener has 2452/2443 distribution?
Hanging on in quiet desperation, is the English way (Pink Floyd)