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.

Playing selected hand 333 — Bergen raise View details

South is the dealer. No one has bid yet. What is South’s opening call?

Planning

A Bergen raise gives partner a very clear view of the overall situation, allowing for good informed bidding decisions

South

A K Q 8 5
6
A 10 8
K 9 4 2
HCP: 16
Shape: 5-1-3-4
Balanced: no
Coaching mode

Note: your shape, your points, partner's call, and whether the opponents have entered the auction.

13-19 HCP with 5+ spades

Suggested bid for South: 1♠

Select South’s opening call: