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Correct (?) Answers to Bidding Problems / Re: [Bidding problem] OCP simple system
« Last post by lute57 on April 22, 2019, 10:30:05 PM »Welcome to the Forum Marcus.
Excellent discussion question to boot.
Since Oliver is a world-class player and originator of the system, it is hard to disagree with him - especially when he emphatically puts it as "rebid 1 20 times out of 10!"
However, I prefer bidding 1NT. IMO, the problem with the 1 Opening is its nebulous nature. In that regard, I think Opener's first duty should be to show partner his true hand type. IMO, bidding 1NT makes it easier for Responder to take appropriate action - bidding 1 still leaves the waters muddy.
That said, I am nowhere near the caliber of player as Oliver. Actually, I am your ordinary simple patzer - who frequently goofs on his Declarer play and quite a bit more on his defensive play. However, I do let my partner know that in the 1 -1 -1NT sequence, my 1NT bid does not deny a 4-card suit.
John
Excellent discussion question to boot.
Since Oliver is a world-class player and originator of the system, it is hard to disagree with him - especially when he emphatically puts it as "rebid 1 20 times out of 10!"
However, I prefer bidding 1NT. IMO, the problem with the 1 Opening is its nebulous nature. In that regard, I think Opener's first duty should be to show partner his true hand type. IMO, bidding 1NT makes it easier for Responder to take appropriate action - bidding 1 still leaves the waters muddy.
That said, I am nowhere near the caliber of player as Oliver. Actually, I am your ordinary simple patzer - who frequently goofs on his Declarer play and quite a bit more on his defensive play. However, I do let my partner know that in the 1 -1 -1NT sequence, my 1NT bid does not deny a 4-card suit.
John