The arrival of the Internet and sites such as the MSN Gaming Zone for classic card games rekindled interest in card-playing on an international scale. Hearts was one of the games included in the Windows package of most PCs. As Internet play broadened, the popularity of clubs, leagues, ladders, and online tournaments grew. It was only a matter of time before players wanted to get together for live competition. Another Las Vegas Hearts event was held in April of 2000 at the Tropicana Hotel.
Players love the live events, and the opportunity for good competition, camaraderie, and a fun time.
I suppose there is a natural curiosity to want to meet an online friend. It occurred in a Zone Spotlight Tournament. The Spade void was useless, and the minor suits offered limited hope. If she tried to park a Heart on the first Spade lead, any return but a Spade would be very ticklish. Surely, the Clubs on the first trick had to be carefully observed.