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
♠
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
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 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