Board 05

Board 05

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

Dealer:

North

Vuln:

N/S

W N E S
1NT 2NT Pass
3 Pass 4 End

Contract:

4 by West

Lead:

A

It's difficult for East after North's 1NT opening, but 2NT seems best. On this deal it works well, because it prevents NS from finding a good sacrifice in 4S doubled.

Despite West showing weakness, East will probably raise to game.