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DrMunk

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Opinions seem to vary about a Lightner double when the leader has shown a weak one-suiter.

 

One argument is that it asks for a lead of your long suit, because:

- That's the only suit where a ruff is possible.

- It's unlikely that they'll be in slam with two fast losers

- Without the double you might lead a side suit anyway.

 

The other is that:

- Leading your own suit is normal, so double asks for another suit (presumably a spade in this auction).

- If there is a ruff available in our suit, a double will just encourage them to bid 6NT, which will often make.

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