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 5
♥
A K J 7 3
♦
K 4
♣
K 6 2
HCP: 18
Shape: 3-5-2-3
Balanced: yes
Planning
This is a standard Bergen raise with 10-12 points and a 4c support.