Problem 05

Problem 05 -11.e. Look for overtricks – 01

♠ K 3
♥ A 4
♦ A 8 7 6 3
♣ 8 7 3 2
N
W   E
 
S
♠ A Q J 10 9 5
♥ K 3 2
♦ 5 4
♣ A 5

Dealer:

North

Vuln:

None

W N E S
1♦ 2♣ Double
2♥ Pass Pass 4♠
End

Contract:

4♠ by South

Lead:

♣10

When East overcalls, you start with a double in case partner wants to convert it to penalties, but West bids 2♥ and you make the practical bid of 4♠.

Plan the play.