v2
← Puzzle #12Puzzle #14 →

Bridge Puzzle #13

intermediate single suit finesse
Watch on YouTube
North (Dummy)
KQJxxx
South (You)
9x

You need 5 tricks from this suit. The Ace is the only missing honor, but you have just 8 cards between you.

You hold KQJxxx in dummy opposite 9x in hand. How do you play for 5 tricks?

A Play your top honors, after losing the A, the rest are good
B Lead low from hand toward the King, finessing against the Ace
C Duck a round first, playing low from both hands to rectify the count

Want to improve your bridge game?

Bridge@Home Academy offers video lessons from top teachers. Learn new techniques, then practice with friends at home using real curated deals.

Explore the Academy