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 252 — Higher ranking View details

North’s turn to bid.

South

6 5
5 4 2
A J 10 7
A K J 10
HCP: 13
Shape: 2-3-4-4
Balanced: yes

South's bid: Pass

Recommended call: 1♦ Different

Why

13-19 HCP, no 5 card major. With 4D and 4C, open with diamonds

West
Pass

Auction so far

NESW
Pass Pass

North

K Q 9 8 7
K Q 9 8 7
4 2
3
HCP: 10
Shape: 5-5-2-1
Balanced: no
Coaching mode

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

Higher ranking

Suggested bid for North: 1♠

Select North’s bid: