Although mostly played as a weak opening (approximately 6-10 HCP), some pairs play it with opening strength (11-15 HCP) to resolve bidding problems elsewhere. In Magic the bid is weak but constructive (8-11 HCP). With a 5-5 you can be more agressive, regardless of the agreed strength.
Response to 2M |
Further Bidding |
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2NT | Asking bid, possibly weak with both minors | Opener rebids his minor, also see below |
New Suit | 6-card suit, forcing | |
3M | Pre-emptive | |
3NT/4M | To play |
Response to 2M |
Further Bidding |
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2 | (over 2): Constructive but NF | Opener shows his minor, raises, or passes |
2NT | Strong Relay, asks strength and minor | See Below |
3 | Weak with both minors | Opener passes or bids 3 |
3 | Invite to 4 in the major | |
3 | (over 2): Natural and forcing | |
3M | Pre-emptive | |
3NT/4M | To play |
2M - 2NT - ? |
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3 | Minimum with |
3 | Minimum with |
3 | Maximum with |
3 | Maximum with |
4 | 6-card |
4 | 6-card |