BCA LECTURE SERIES

(Compliments of the Bridge Center of Austin)

Tuesday, October 27^th at 11:00

Paul Tobias

Bergen Major Raises: Basics & Extensions

Bergen Raises are based on the “Law of Total Tricks”

· They bid to the right high level quickly on pre-emptive hands with fits

· They show points and trump length to explore for game or slam

· Modern extensions show balanced and unbalanced supporting hands and handle competitive auctions and bids after doubles