Board 24

Board 24

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

Dealer:

West

Vuln:

None

W N E S
1 Pass Pass 1
Pass 4 End

Contract:

4 by South

Lead:

K

North has opening points but no suitable bid over 1. South has a reasonable protective 1. With excellent spade support, and knowing that partner is short in hearts, North bids game.