Board 03

Board 03

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

Dealer:

South

Vuln:

E/W

W N E S
1NT
Pass 2 Pass 2
End

Contract:

2 by South

North does not fancy partner's chances with 1NT, but has a perfect hand for one of the 'special' weak Stayman cases – both majors and a diamond suit. She plans to pass anything partner bids, and South is pleased to end up in 2 rather than 1NT.