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.

North’s turn to bid.

South

♠ A J 9 7 4

♥ K 6

♦ Q 8 5

♣ K 7 3

HCP: 13

Shape: 5-2-3-3

Balanced: yes

South's bid: Pass

Recommended call: 1♠ Different

Why

13-19 HCP with 5+ spades

Auction so far

N	E	S	W
—	—	Pass	Pass

North

♠ K Q 8 5

♥ A 7 3

♦ K J 4

♣ Q 6 2

HCP: 15

Shape: 4-3-3-3

Balanced: yes

Coaching mode

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

Jacoby 2NT, 4 card support and opening hand

Suggested bid for North: 2NT

Select North’s bid: