If Opponents Interfere With a 2

If Opponents Interfere With a 2/1 Sequence

Double With Gusto. Opponents should be doubled for penalty if they interfere in a 2/1 sequence, unless the penalty won't compensate for your game or slam, of course.

Often, the 2/1 bidder whose turn it is to bid will pass when opponents interfere, allowing partner to decide whether to double for penalty or to continue on.

(This sequence happened to us recently when a foolish opponent ventured in):

N

E

S

W

1©

P

2§*

2ª

An unwise West getting into a 2/1 auction.

P   3ª   P   Dbl   An even more unwise East. Note North's pass.

P

P

E/W going down 800 and a top board for us.

N	E	S	W
1©	P	2§*	2ª	An unwise West getting into a 2/1 auction.
P	3ª	P	Dbl	An even more unwise East. Note North's pass.
P	P			E/W going down 800 and a top board for us.