Canadian/American champion Gavin Wolpert joins us to talk about the pattern of family life when both mom and dad are bridge professionals, his thoughts on ways to encourage the next generation of players, and why being a good partner is the fastest route to better results. Plus, he shares his top tip for developing players. But first, we kibitz! Read Gavin's tribute to his mother, Hazel, and her influence on his game HERE. Find Gavin Wolpert and Rob Barrington on YouTube each week where they play and talk through their thought process during an instant tournament. Sorry, Partner has been nominated in the 2024 Women in Podcasting Awards! This is a “peoples’ choice” award, so please VOTE for us. Sorry, Partner is listed in the “SPORTS” category. Thank you!! We'd be so grateful if you could "follow", "like" and "review" the show. SUPPORT THE SHOW!! -Join the Sorry, Partner Posse at PATREON. Get AD-FREE episodes and other perks. -Check out the SORRY, PARTNER MERCH STORES. BE PART OF THE FUN ... -Join our MAILING LIST. We'll email you a link to every new episode and occasional other information. -Send your bridge stories and comments to [email protected]. -Or to @sorrypartnerpodcast on INSTAGRAM. -Or send us a VOICE MESSAGE. These links are also available on our website at sorrypartner.com Find all our recommended books HERE. PLEASE SHARE THE SHOW ... If you have a bridge-playing friend who is not yet listening to podcasts in the car, on walks, or while doing the dishes, why not show them how easy it is to find us. Available for FREE at sorrypartner.com, Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/sorry-partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.