Board 04

Board 04

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

Dealer:

West

Vuln:

All

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

Contract:

3NT by East

When East hears partner's heart bid, she bids 3NT expecting a favourable spade lead, which she duly receives.

She might alternatively bid 3NT immediately.