Seven Spades Triumph or Trap in Protective Play
South reached seven spades after a double heart diamond entry plan and a possible spade finesse. A club lead revealed West's continuation, East played the nine on the king of spades, diverting South from the intended finesse. A better entry to dummy and a different spade lead would have secured the contract.
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