Aadhi Hariharan was 10 years old when he first picked up cards to play bridge. Just three years later, he's competing in the Australian National Bridge Championships.
The centuries-old card game of bridge is defying stereotypes by attracting younger players who love maths and problem-solving.The game is recognised as a " mind sport " by the International Olympic Committee . The Australian championships continue until July 18.Just three years later he is competing in the Australian National Bridge Championships, held this month at Orange in the NSW Central West.
" my dad was saying that there wouldn't be many young people, so I thought I wouldn't like it," he said.Along with chess, bridge is one of only two "mind sports" recognised by the International Olympic Committee, meaning it has a world federation body, although you won't see it being played at the Paris Olympics.
Mr Flicker said bridge had traditionally attracted older people because there was a lot to learn, and seniors often had the time."Younger people maybe don't have as much time to invest in learning the language — but if you do, it's so rewarding."President of the Australian Bridge Federation, Allison Stralow, said that although bridge was often considered an older person's game, it was once considered fashionable for younger people.
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