Safety in not finessing to protect a contract in bridge
In a duplicate or rubber bridge context South should avoid finessing and instead play safely. The hand shows declarer guarding against a 2-1 trump break, ruffing dummy’s last heart, and exhausting diamonds. A club lead forces a choice that eliminates the spade jack guess and preserves the contract.
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In a bridge deal with West North East and South cards shown, you open four diamonds over a double and pass sequence. Your partner, having four diamonds, suggests continuing to spades. You must decide your next move as South after partner's bid.
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