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Unusual Defensive Play in Contract Bridge Deal
In a Bidding of 3NT East wins the spade lead with the king and ducks the jack. The article explains why East might play the jack first to try to force West to hold the ace of spades and stop the contract. If East misplays, declarer can make ten tricks. The discussion notes the defender’s challenge in coordination and the reasoning behind the jack play to counter declarer’s plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Declarer
South
West
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