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.

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

Planning

Use a bergen raise to show shape and values.

South

♠ A Q J 9 5

♥ K Q 6

♦ A 5 3

♣ 10 7

HCP: 16

Shape: 5-3-3-2

Balanced: yes

Coaching mode

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

13-19 HCP with 5 spades

Suggested bid for South: 1♠

Select South’s opening call: