Bidding after a double or redouble

 

  1. (1♣)  X  (P)  ?

This is the a very common sequence so how should we respond logically?

You should always start by assuming that partner has 4441 shape and 12-14 points with a singleton in the bid suit.

 

That said, what do you bid with these hands

(A) ♠ 10432      (B)            1032    (C)       KJ32    (C1)     KQ32

♥ 987                           987                  KJ2                  KJ2

♦  653                          653                  653                  653

♣ 432                          5432                432                  432

 

1 spade                        1 diamond        1 spade            2 spades

0-8 points                     0-8 points no    0-8 points         9-11 points

                                    4 card major

 

(D)       KQ32              (E)       KQ32  (F)       KQ32

            32                                AJ4                  AJ43

            K9876                         543                  K32

32                                K102               32

1 spade                        2 Clubs*          2 Clubs*

0-8 points                     Any 12+           Any 12+

Prefer to bid major

With weak hand