[ArtK78]

I think that pass is clear.

But I would like to add some comments.

1) What does 3NT mean over 3♣? Keep in mind that 3♣ showed values.

2) What does 4♦ mean over 3♣? Does it matter if 3♣ shows values or is preemptive?

3) If either of these calls shows the red suits or, in the case of 4♦, diamonds and a major, then what is the distinction between an immediate 2-suited bid and bidding the suits naturally?

[kfay]

Yeah Justin and Josh make good points, no doubt. On this hand partner held:

♠Qx
♥Axxxx
♦AKxxxx

We made 4♥+2 but I wasn't upset about missing the slam at all. A few other pairs were +480, I was just wondering if anyone would try anything in my position. Frankly I was a little confused about the opponents' bidding so I wasn't about to try to be a hero.

By the way, Justin, I was talking to Han and he agrees that 4♣ here should be any two suits. I'm sure you're aware he would agree to that I just thought I'd mention it.

[jtfanclub]

hrothgar, on Sep 6 2007, 01:12 PM, said:

Give partner as little as

♠ xx
♥ AKxxx
♦ AKxxxx
♣

Wow.

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