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.
North’s turn to bid.
South
♠
A Q 9
♥
K 9 3
♦
9 8 3
♣
A Q J 5
HCP: 16
Shape: 3-3-3-4
Balanced: yes
South's bid: Pass
Recommended call: 1NT Different
Why
15-17 HCP, balanced shape: open 1NT.
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | Pass | Pass |
North
♠
J 8 6 5
♥
A J 5
♦
A K 5 2
♣
K 6
HCP: 16
Shape: 4-3-4-2
Balanced: yes