Penalty Doubles in Bridge
Double has two meanings, take-out and penalty. However there is one exception to the above and that is if a player opens 1NT. Then a double by either overcaller is for penalties.
Further Uses of Take-out Doubles in Bridge
Previously, we learnt that you needed S.O.S to double. However, there are other times when the take-out double is the best bid available.
Protective Doubles in Bridge
Protective doubling is when someone has bid and the next two players have passed, ie 1♥ - pass – pass - ?. The bidding is about to end if you pass in 4th position, so you should do everything possible to keep the bidding open.
Explanations of Agreements
In this lesson, you will learn about how to give information to your opponents about your bidding and carding agreements. How can we make our explanations as clear as possible?
Opener’s First Bid – Acol
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Responder’s Limit Bids – Acol
Overcalls – Acol
Responder Changes Suit – Acol
Opening 1NT – Acol
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Other Notrump Bids – Acol