Hubert Phillips

Hubert Phillips (13 December 1891 – 9 January 1964)[1] was a British economist, journalist, broadcaster, bridge player and organiser, composer of puzzles and quizzes, and the author of some 70 books.

Phillips was educated at Sexey's School, Bruton, and Merton College, Oxford, where he read History and Economics, taking a first class degree.

These were programs which involved discussion of pre-selected hands, displayed on boards, followed by their bidding and play by expert pairs.

He wrote on bridge for the News Chronicle as 'Nine-spot',[10] as well as being (by his own testimony) the chief leader writer for the paper for several years during World War II.

In his heyday he earned a five-figure income; but in later years a fondness for drink and gaming led to a decline in his fortunes.

[13] He helped Terence Reese on his first steps to becoming a professional contract bridge player, and co-authored several books with him.