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 10 3
♥
A 9
♦
A Q 6 4
♣
10 6 2
HCP: 17
Shape: 4-2-4-3
Balanced: yes
South's bid: 1♦
Recommended call: 1NT Different
Why
15-17 HCP, balanced shape: open 1NT.
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 1♦ | Pass |
North
♠
Q 9 8 7 5
♥
J
♦
K J 9 6
♣
J 8 3
HCP: 8
Shape: 5-1-4-3
Balanced: no