Recently we received a bidding problem. On this occasion we asked Mr. David Bakhshi (ENGLAND) opinion.
The Auction:
West
North
East
South
1
Pass
1
2
2
Pass
5
Dbl
Pass
Pass
Pass
What message conveys this double?
Hola Fernando:
David Bakhshi
I would say that on general principles that double says either they’re going down on any lead or that South is trying to direct a lead. If the latter then South will have values outside of clubs and prefer a non-club lead.
Again, general principles are that South most likely wants a lead of dummy’s suit (hearts). I don’t think it matters if North raises clubs since South will not be expecting North to compete to 6 Clubs.
