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

After a game-forcing 2C opening, we look for a fit, and count points.

South

♠ A K 7 5

♥ J 3

♦ A Q J 4

♣ A K 8

HCP: 22

Shape: 4-2-4-3

Balanced: yes

Coaching mode

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

22+ points, nothing about shape.

Suggested bid for South: 2♣

Select South’s opening call: