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
♠
A K Q J
♥
10 2
♦
A Q 7 3
♣
K Q J
HCP: 22
Shape: 4-2-4-3
Balanced: yes
South's bid: 1♥
Recommended call: 2♣ Different
Why
With 22 HCP
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 1♥ | Pass |
North
♠
10 4 2
♥
A 9 4
♦
10 9 8 5
♣
A 10 7
HCP: 8
Shape: 3-3-4-3
Balanced: yes