A Lebensohl auction takes place if the following conditions are met:

• there was an opening: 1♣ or 1♦;

• opponent has bid weak 2♦/2♥/2♠.

Bidding depends on the suits shown by the opponent (answers, if possible):

• • double - four major 9+ HCP or GF on the minor;

  • 2♥/2♠:

    • • in an undeclared suit - natural, non forcing, 5+;

      • in the suit of the opponent - 10+ HCP, four major or both majors as long as not reported or short;

  • 2NT - weak with clubs or support or GF 4-5+ majors;

  • 3♣/3♦/3♥/3♠:

    • • in the suit of the opponent - 13+ HCP, support cue bid;

      • in an undeclared suit - 9-12 HCP, invit, 5+;

  • 3NT - to play.