North is the dealer. No one has bid yet. What is North’s opening call?
North
♠
5 2
♥
A Q 2
♦
A K 8 7 4 2
♣
A 10
HCP: 17
Shape: 2-3-6-2
Balanced: no
Coaching mode
With 17 points, 1NT is considered, but with 2 doubletons, not advised. With a 6 card diamond suit, 1 diamond is recommended
Planning
Again, ask - do we have a fit
and,
do we have enough for game.