Your hand will become more flexible as the game goes on the sooner you build a strong foundation for it. By forming sets early on, you can concentrate on finishing more corummylmbinations rather than rushing at the end of the game. For example, in games such as Gin Rummy or Canasta, you can control the pace of play and influence the actions of your opponents by giving priority to the creation of melds early on. Also, establishing sets and sequences early on strengthens your hand and puts pressure on your rivals.