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Ask the Expert
Both sides vulnerable, MPs, you are in first seat holding Q2 J963 6 AK9843. What is your call?
Bill Bauer. I am an aggressive preemptor so I would open 3C.
John Dickenson. I would open 1C intending to raise 1H by partner to 2H or rebid 2C over 1D, 1S, or 1N response.
Elaine Clair. I would open 1C even though it’s not quite the rule of 22. With that shape and nice club suit and easy rebid I want to get in there immediately.
Mitch Snyder. I would open 1C, planning to raise hearts or rebid clubs. Part of what makes this a 1C opener is an easy second bid.
Dennis O’Brien. We teach our Shuffle & Deal folks not to preempt with a side four card major, so I'm not doing it either. You have a great way to describe this hand: Pass first and then bid clubs when next your turn.
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