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Detail specifications 61LZ - Level 1 ★
2NT : negative bid (limited raise)
2NT : negative bid (limited raise)
This is a bid used by the Responder after Opener's strong two-suiter bid showing a weak hand 5-7HCP
This bid conveys to Opener :
This is a forcing bid for one round ... the bid of the strong two-suiter is in itself auto forcing!
This is a bid used by the Responder after Opener's strong two-suiter bid showing a weak hand 5-7HCP
This bid conveys to Opener :
- either a fit in one of his suits
- or a regular hand to play NT
This is a forcing bid for one round ... the bid of the strong two-suiter is in itself auto forcing!
A
J
7
6
A
K
Q
5
4
K
Q
J
10
| S | W | N | E |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pass |
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1 |
Pass |
2 |
Pass |
2NT |
Pass |
3NT |
Pass |
Pass |
Q
8
6
4
K
5
4
2
J
3
2
7
5
Problem E4915 2NT with only 6HCP - to curb Partner's enthusiasm. Opener signs off at Game.
6
5
Q
5
A
K
Q
10
9
A
K
9
8
| S | W | N | E |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pass |
||
1 |
Pass |
2 |
Pass |
2NT |
A
J
7
2
6
4
6
5
4
3
7
6
5
Problem E4915 With only 5HCP, Game isn't possible if Opener's two-suiter is minimum (18HCP). Opener will pass because his P has informed him of his point strength.
Opener's follow on bids :
If Opener is minimum he should rebid his opening suit
With strength for Game :
If Opener is minimum he should rebid his opening suit
With strength for Game :
- without a suit fit, he signs off at 3NT
- with a fit in Responder's suit, he can bid Game at the 4 level
- with a suit fit, he can also continue bidding describing his hand
A
J
7
2
6
4
6
5
4
3
7
6
5
| S | W | N | E |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pass |
1 |
Pass |
2 |
Pass |
2NT |
Pass |
3 |
6
5
Q
5
A
K
Q
10
9
A
K
9
8
Problem E6125 Opener with a minimum (18HCP) has to repeat his opening minor. This will prevent Responder bidding Game.
K
Q
7
5
7
5
4
10
4
3
5
3
2
| S | W | N | E |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pass |
1 |
Pass |
2 |
Pass |
2NT |
Pass |
3 |
6
4
A
K
Q
6
A
K
J
8
5
J
4
Problem E6619 After Responder's limited raise bid of 2NT, Opener who has a minimum (18HCP) repeats his opening minor. Responder will pass.
The Responder now knows the strength of Opener's hand and can now bid using this knowledge :
If Opener is minimum :
If Opener isn't minimum in his bid, he will continue bidding until Game
If Opener is minimum :
- minimum and fitted in the 1st suit - pass
- minimum and fitted in the 2nd suit - bids 2nd suit
- with no fit and 8-10HCP signs off at 3NT
If Opener isn't minimum in his bid, he will continue bidding until Game
6
5
Q
5
A
K
Q
10
9
A
K
9
8
| S | W | N | E |
|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pass |
||
1 |
Pass |
2 |
Pass |
2NT |
Pass |
3 |
Pass |
Pass |
Pass |
A
J
7
2
6
4
6
5
4
3
7
6
5
Problem E8125 Pass : Responder notes that Opener is minimum in his bid.
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