The auction goes as shown; what is your opening lead?
Choose One:
9
Other
2
K
A
Other
Answer: 7 -
A. Ace-king combinations against suit contracts are very desirable opening leads. In modern bridge, we lead ace from ace-king. This makes it easier for partner to signal.
The first trick goes as shown (standard carding). What do you play to trick 2?
Choose One:
K
Other spade
Non-spade
Answer: 3 -
Non-spade. A trump is a little risky (partner might have the queen), but still, the main idea was to not continue spades. Partner discouraged. There is no reason to risk giving declarer a trick with his Q. The full deal is below. As you can see, declarer has to lose 3 spade tricks and the A.
AK102 
654 
743 
987.
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