Quote by Joe Laurie Jr.

If you play bridge badly you make your partner suffer, but if you play poker badly you make everybody happy.

If you play bridge badly you make your partner suffer, but i

Summary

This quote highlights the fundamental difference between bridge and poker. In bridge, which requires strategic collaboration between partners, playing badly can negatively affect your partner's experience and chances of winning. On the other hand, in poker, where competition and individual decision-making prevail, playing poorly can be advantageous to others as it increases their chances of success. The quote humorously contrasts the consequences of poor gameplay in these two card games and emphasizes the social dynamics and dynamics of teamwork versus individualism.

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Gambling (gaming)

By Joe Laurie Jr.

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