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Detail specifications 61JD - Level 1

The Roman Key cards Blackwood (30-41)

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The recommended Blackwood: five keycards 30-41
In order to use the Blackwood it must clearly be shown that a fit has been found. Use this Blackwood not only to find the number of aces the side possesses, but also to discover the strength of the trumps.Instead of giving just the number of aces, the Partner gives the number of key cards which are the aces and the king of trumps.
  • 5 clubs = 3 or 0 key cards
  • 5 diamonds = 4 or 1 key cards
  • 5 hearts = 2 key cards without the queen of trumps
  • 5 spades = 2 key cards including the queen of tramps
  • 5NT = 2 key cards and a void
  • 6 in a suit = 3 or 1 key cards and a void in that suit
SWNE
1
Pass
2
Pass
3
Pass
3
Pass
4
Pass
4NT
Pass
5NT
Pass
7
Pass
Pass
Pass
Q
J
8
4
A
A
Q
9
4
K
8
6
2
    
    
    
A
K
10
9
3
K
Q
10
7
6
K
8
3
Problème E9465
5NT = 2 key cards and a void which obviously in diamonds in this sequence.
 
 
Example
Problème E9466
6 clubs = 1 key card and a club void.