Takeout Doubles – Acol
Lesson 13: Competitive Bidding – Overcalls
An introduction to the wonderful game of bridge. We will play some Whist first and then move onto Bridge, concentrating on the second part of the game where all four players play out their cards.
Take-out Doubles in Bridge
Double is the most useful and underused bid in Bridge, as it can be utilised in so many situations that aren’t covered by overcalls. However it is a tricky bid as it has two different meanings, Take-out and Penalty. If you follow these guidelines you won’t go wrong.
Lesson 14: Competitive Bidding – Takeout Doubles
An introduction to the wonderful game of bridge. We will play some Whist first and then move onto Bridge, concentrating on the second part of the game where all four players play out their cards.
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?
After a 4♥ opening bid, is that a Takeout or a Penalty Double?
PreviewAfter two passes, our right hand opponent opens with a whopping 4♥ bid! Oh boy, this is already exciting. Partner then passes... is that a Takeout or a Penalty Double? You must decide: What do you do?
A Challenge Hand for New Bridge Learners
PreviewAfter two passes, our right hand opponent opens with a whopping 4♥ bid! Oh boy, this is already exciting. Partner then passes... is that a Takeout or a Penalty Double? You must decide: What do you do?