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One declarer played ace, king and another diamond. East signalled with the six of clubs on the third round to show no interest in clubs (the high card indicated an even number of clubs, although this was not relevant here). West could see a possible nine tricks for declarer. He had three diamond tricks and at least three club tricks. If he held the spade queen as well as the market ace, this would bring his total to nine. It was fairly clear to switch to the king of hearts. East produced the goods and the game was one down. At the other table declarer was more cunning. After winning the spade lead, he played ace and another diamond. This time East won and no signals could be exchanged. East cannot be blamed for returning a spade but now declarer could claim his contract. What would you say on the West cards? Answer
Awards:2S-10, 2H-8, Double-5, Pass-3. David Bird — Knight Features |
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The deal comes from the Australian National Open Teams and the bidding was the same at both tables. West led the four of spades and both declares won with dummy’s king. How would you played the hand?
You are too weak to double INT. It is better to raise the spades and you are worth only a single raise, particularly as South has warned you that he has a spade stopper over partner’s holding. A response of 2H would show a sound raise, inviting game, but you are not quite strong enough for this action.
