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.
South is the dealer. No one has bid yet. What is South’s opening call?
South
♠
A Q
♥
K J 10 7 4
♦
A 5 4 3
♣
8 6
HCP: 14
Shape: 2-5-4-2
Balanced: no
Planning
When 4 hearts is bid, it is a sign-off. But responder with a strong hand bids on, looking for slam.