You opened one heart in 2nd seat and West overcalled two diamonds. Partner had enough strength to make a negative double at the two level. Having 5-5 in the rounded suits increased the value of your hand. So, you were willing to go to three clubs for your rebid. Partner took the suit preference for hearts and you bid game. Opening lead was the king of diamonds.
Here is what you saw summary of the bidding:
You were in a good contract. How would you play to make four hearts? Your thoughts on opening lead:
- West should have the ace of hearts.
- Other than that you have the remaining high hearts.
- You have the top three clubs, and there is a good chance they will split no worse than 4-2 (84%).
- You should lose no more than two spades and the ace of hearts.
- Hearts should split no worse than 4-2 (84%).
Do those clues shed light on how you should play? Please let me know by email or in comments if you are unclear on what to do at trick two.