Bidding practice

Coaching on

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?

Planning

Choose the safer game in the known major fit rather than chasing notrump when the opponents have shown a dangerous suit.

South

♠ 7 4

♥ A K Q 8 5

♦ A J 3

♣ K 9 2

HCP: 17

Shape: 2-5-3-3

Balanced: yes

Coaching mode

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

13-19 HCP and 5C heart suit

Suggested bid for South: 1♥

Select South’s opening call: