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 7
♥
A K J 8 5
♦
Q 7 4
♣
9 5 4
HCP: 14
Shape: 2-5-3-3
Balanced: yes
South's bid: 1♥
Recommended call: 1♥ Match
Why
13-19 HCP with 5+ hearts
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 1♥ | Pass |
North
♠
9 8 6 3
♥
Q 10 7 4
♦
K 8
♣
A 10 7
HCP: 9
Shape: 4-4-2-3
Balanced: yes