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Opening at the 4 level
To win at bridge you want to give your opponents a lot of problems that prevent them from
finding their correct contract. Pre-emptive bids are a way to do this.
Note* do not pre-empt at the 4 level with minor suits as you are not in game you need to pre-empt at the 5 level for the minors.
Note* do not pre-empt at the 4 level with minor suits as you are not in game you need to pre-empt at the 5 level for the minors.
Vulnerability
Always consider the vulnerability before a preemptive bid. Ideally you want to be not-vulnerable and the opponents to be vulnerable.Opening at the Four Level
Preemptive bids prevent opponents from finding the best contract. 4♠ and , 4♥ are preemptive bids, this bid does not apply to minor suits because the 4 level is not game with the game bonus points, so the risks are greater and the rewards are less. than the rewards.When you make this bid you are promising a strong 8-card suit and less than 13 TP's. you must also have a good suit with at least two of top three honors.
Point Count Calculation
1. If you have two of top three honors you can bid with a minimum of 5 HCP2. The range for preemptive four opening bid is usually 5-8 HCP
3. Add your long suit distribution points onto your HCP when calculating your total points. You need to have less points than an opening hand ie.less than 13 points. For example an 8-card suit gives you 4 long suit points. Calculate 8 HCP + 4 LSDP (8+4=12 total points)
Instant Progress Quiz - Check all correct answers
What is your bid in the opening position?
- ♠K 9
- ♥K Q 10 8 7 4 3 2
- ♦10 4
- ♣4
Open 4H with this hand.
Overcall 4H with this hand if the opposition open the bidding at the 1 level
Extra for Experts
A different game on the same subject as this lesson, with questions for community discussion in the comments area below.
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