Messaging Flashcards
What are the 4 types of messages you can send while bidding?
- Sign-off
- Invitational
- Forcing
- Marathon : forcing to Game
What is a Sign-off message?
When a player gives a sign-off message, their partner is expected to Pass.
What is an Invitational message?
When a player makes an invitational bid, partner may either Pass if they’re satisfied with the level, or continue on with the bidding if their hand warrants it.
What is a Forcing bid?
A forcing bid requires the partner to bid again - they must not pass. Typically this is because the Captain doesn’t have enough information to determine How High or Where the bidding should end up.
What is a Marathon bid?
A marathon bid forces the bidding to game level. The bidding must not stop until game has been reached.