(This deal came up on the 4th day at the 1st knock-out stage in the Turkish Winter Teams Championship, held last week.)
Opening lead is ♠2. Declarer wins ♠A, East following with ♠3.
(Opponents apply the standard count/attitude signals and normally lead 3rd/5th best against suit contracts, but versus a slam, who can be certain!)
6♣ is ice cold if ♣s are 3-2, simply cashing three rounds of trumps and playing a ♦.
♣A is played; East gives ♣2, West ♣6.
Now, it's time to think in advance: what to do if either opponent shows up with a stiff ♣?
Which ♣ honor is to be cashed next?
And then how would you proceed;
(a) if East has four ♣s,
(b) if West has four ♣s?
Benefits include:
Plus... it's free!