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 K Q J 5
♥
A 7 2
♦
K Q 3
♣
8 6
HCP: 19
Shape: 5-3-3-2
Balanced: yes
South's bid: 1♦
Recommended call: 1♠ Different
Why
13-19 HCP with 5+ spade
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 1♦ | Pass |
North
♠
10 9 4
♥
K Q 3
♦
A J 5
♣
Q 7 4 3
HCP: 12
Shape: 3-3-3-4
Balanced: yes