Sunday, January 12, 2014

2-Over-1: Major Suit Raises – Part Three


With 13 to 16 points and 3-card support, first bid 2 in a new suit, then support opener’s major:

North:
♠ Q J 8                  South       North
A 3                    1♠             2
K Q 5 3 2           2 NT        3♠
♣ J 7 6 


Using the 2/1 system, North took two bids to show support. This shows 3-card support and 13+ points.

The Weak Freak
With 5+ card support and a weak hand, jump to 4 in opener's major. You should have a void or a singleton someplace in your hand. Use this jump to keep your opponents out of the bidding. 

North:
♠ 6                    South          North
K 9 7 4 3       1               4
Q 5 3 2
♣ 9 7 5

Stay tuned for Part Four!

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