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.
West is the dealer. No one has bid yet. What is West’s opening call?
West
♠
10 8 4
♥
10 6
♦
A J 9 5
♣
K 9 8 3
HCP: 8
Shape: 3-2-4-4
Balanced: yes
Planning
Always ask at least 2 questions.
1. do we have a fit (8 of the same suit between us), and
2: do we have enough points for game.