Bidding practice
The most widely-played natural bidding system in North America. 5-card majors, strong 1NT (15-17), strong 2C, weak twos, Stayman, and Jacoby transfers.
South is the dealer. No one has bid yet. What is South’s opening call?
South
♠
A 7 4
♥
K J 10 8 5
♦
Q 6 3
♣
K 7
HCP: 13
Shape: 3-5-3-2
Balanced: yes
Planning
Even after a game-forcing raise, not every hand belongs in a slam; stop in game when opener shows no extras.