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 437 — Splinter View details

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

Planning

This hand is ideal for a splinter bid.

South

A Q J 9 5
A 7 3
K 7 2
6 4
HCP: 14
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: