Teasing Problem 

This weeks hand comes from the Scottish Online league  . Two teams from Clyde were playing and here is your problem to solve.

The lead is  S2 

It looks like you have one spade 2 hearts 5 clubs and a diamond but it is not as simple as it looks. It appears correct to play low on the opening lead – now your RHO plays the S10. How would you proceed if he then  

1 continues spades  

2 shifts to a club 

At any stage when you lead the first high heart from Dummy it wins the trick. 

Do not cheat and click on show Hands yet!                                             

In order to help the TD run the tournaments efficiently and make the tournaments enjoyable for everyone it would help if everyone would observe the following reminders.

1. Arrive Early : At least 10 minutes before the start time and 15 minutes if you don't have a partner.
2. Greet the table: Introduce yourself and say "Hello" 
3. Handle Cards Neatly: Organise your cards and keep them close to your chest: Remember one peep is worth two finesses! 
4. Bid in Turn: Wait your turn, Avoid comments that could influence play. (This includes sighs and puffs)
5. Bidding Boxes: Don’t touch or hover over your bidding box until you’ve decided what your intention is. This can give information to both your partner and your opponents!
6. Keep the Game Moving: Play at a steady pace - don't hesitate when you've nothing to think about. This could be construed as "cheating" 
7. Call the TD: If there's an issue call the TD and wait for them to arrive - don't argue:  the TD will make a ruling.
8. Win Gracefully, Lose Gracefully! Always thank your opponents at the end of the round. 

Some other reminders:

• Bridgemates: Enter the Board Number into the Bridgemate as soon as the Board is placed on the table; once the lead card is played enter the contract and lead and confirm out loud; eg 4S played by North. This helps ensure there are no mix ups.
• Correction of Scoring Errors: Bring any scoring error to the attention of the TD asap. Once you have left the club it may not be possible to  correct any errors. 
• The "Alert" card should be placed on the table for a couple of seconds - not waved around like a flag!
• The "Stop"  card should be placed on the table before the "Jump bid" and left there for approximately 10 seconds; then removed to allow the next player to bid. 
• Play your lead card or put down your dummy  before filling in your scorecard
• Listen to the TD announcements
• Fill the empty spaces at tables rather than randomly picking any table. 
• Shush! Pretend you're in a library and speak quietly!
• The "Sit Out" position remains East/West and players should toss a coin to determine the positions unless there is a medical reason for a pair to remain seated. 
• No phones at the table please!

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