Goren Bridge

QUESTION 1: Neither

As South, you hold:

K6 AKQJ62 85 K84 Right-hand opponent opens 1♠. What call would you make?

A: This hand is not quite good enough to double and then bid hearts. Just bid 2♥.

Q: North-South vulnerable, South, you hold:

Q642 AQ962 QJ 103 Partner opens 1♣ and right-hand opponent overcalls 1♦. What call would you make?

A: Double on this precise auction promises at least 4-4 in the majors. Left-hand opponent may raise diamonds, so get both of your suits in. Double.

Q: East-West you hold:

A9642

2♥ Pass Pass ? What call would you make?

A: This hand would not be good enough to overcall in direct position, but you can’t sell out to 2♥. Bid 2♠.

Q: Both hold:

QJ653

AWhat call would you make?

A: When the invitation promises four-card support, any opening bid with a singleton should accept. Bid 4♠.

Q: North-South vulnerable, South, you hold:

Q864 A3

A1♣ Pass 1♥ Pass 1♠ Pass 3NT Pass What call would you make?

A: This is not quite good enough to move towards slam, and nine tricks are easier than 11. Pass.

Q: -East-West vulnerable, you hold:

A Q 10 6 A: