Mind like a steel sieve
Last month I was quite proud of myself for having learned something new. I even wrote it down so I'd always remember this new thing. Now I look at it and think: Huh? Anyone? What's this? :
1W-x-p-1Z-p-2Z. 2Z is a strong raise. I don't know how it happens but really basic things get lost in the shuffle of the whole learning process.
1W-x-p-1Z-p-2Z. 2Z is a strong raise. I don't know how it happens but really basic things get lost in the shuffle of the whole learning process.
posted by Deborah at 8:35 PM
3 Comments:
I think it means that in an auction like (1C)-X-(P)-1S-(P)-2S, 2S shows a good hand. Playing this way 2S is about a good 15 to 17 in support, 18-20 can X then jump raise, stronger can cue then raise. This is an intelligent way of playing.
There has been a modern trend recently to always raise with 4 trumps in this auction, so 2S would just be your minimum range 12-14ish with 4 spades. IMO this leaves too many ranges to cover without much benefit.
Thanks Justin. I think I agree with you, assuming that I understand correctly. Are we saying that we've already shown an opening hand, p has already denied invitational values, and so bidding on shows extras? Because we can pass? And is this so obvious that I should feel stupid for having to clarify this?
Right, since you can pass 2M shows extras. No you are not stupid for having to clarify this, because as I said a significant minority play that the raise just shows a minimum and 4 trumps and says nothing else. It is a good one to clarify with your partner.
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