Defense and play in Three Notrump bridge duel
West leads spade four against three notrump. After South ruffs King with Ace and returns nine of spades, plan to win spade nine with jack, then switch to clubs to force the contract. If needed, play diamond to jack and heart nine to ensure nine tricks, avoiding a risky spade finesse.
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