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 258 — 5 in a minor, or 3NT View details

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

South

K 7
A 8 6 5
K Q 10 3
K 8 2
HCP: 15
Shape: 2-4-4-3
Balanced: yes
Coaching mode

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

13-19 HCP, no 5C major, 4 diamonds

Suggested bid for South: 1♦

Select South’s opening call: