Rebids

Playing matchpoints. You are vulnerable and the Opponents are not.

Here is your hand:
♠A2
♥AT9
♦64
♣AKQT76

You are Dealer and decide to open the bidding 1♣. The Opponents are silent through the auction. Partner responds 1♠. What is your call?

Show Answer

3♣

This shows a GOOD six card suit with 16 to 18 HCP. Perfect!

If you rebid 2♣ only your Partner might "Pass" thinking you have only a minimum opening hand. You might not even have six ♣ to rebid 2♣. You might have only five.