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The Flannery Two Diamonds Opening |
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Popular in the States. 11-15 points and specifically 4-5 in the majors. For some reason, some Americans seem to find this hand shape difficult. I simply don't see the problem, open 1♥ and partner will bid 1♠ if there is a fit there. Agreed, a 2♦ opening is very specific and enables responder to enquire about your strength and minor suit distribution, but this really is squandering an otherwise very useful useful opening bid. |
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Flannery is defined as 11-15 points with 5+ ♥'s and exactly 4 ♠'s. |
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Responder can sign off in 2♥ or 2♠ , raise (pre-emptively) to 3♥/♠ or 4♥/♠ or relay with 2NT. |
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The responses to the 2NT relay are: - |
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3 card ♣/♦ suit |
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min, 4522 |
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46xx where x = 0,1,2 or 3 |
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max, 4522 |
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4 card ♣/♦ suit |
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| There are variations of the above replies. |
| For more detailed information, read the book by the inventor of the convention. |
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Defense to Flannery |
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There are a few possibilities, one popular one is: - |
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15+ balanced |
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three-suited take-out |
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natural (5+ card s suit) |
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minors |
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Pattaya Bridge Club - |
www.pattayabridge.com |
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