shnk Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 I love negative doubles when opponent overcalls hearts: I get to show exactly 4 spades or definitely 5+. When they overcall spades, I get confused when I have a 5+ card heart suit whether to double or bid hearts. 1)1♦ - 2♠ - X - P3♦ - P - 3♥ 2)1♦ - 2♠ - 3♥ What's the difference in terms of strength and heart length? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helene_t Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 The second auction shows 5+ hearts and is forcing to game. Since it is forcing it doesn't have to promise more than five hearts. The first one shows long hearts but a hand that is too weak for an initial 3♥ bid. It still shows some interest in game, opener is allowed to raise to 4♥ if he has a suitable hand. Since it is nonforcing opener should be able to pass with a singleton hearts, so it should show at least six hearts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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