Novice/Intermediate Declarer Problem of the Month
June, 1999
This month your goal is to land a vulnerable slam. The scoring is IMPs, and, as is always the case at this form of scoring, don't worry about overtricks. Just make your bid!
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NORTH  K 8 5 7 4 A J 4 2 A Q J T |
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SOUTH A Q 4A Q 2K 9 5 3K 6 2 |
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Pass | 2 |
Pass |
| 3N | Pass | 6N | Pass |
| Pass | Pass | ||
A word about the bidding: 2 is forcing and denies a 4-card major. 3N promises
a balanced 18-19 HCP.
West leads the 4. Plan the play.