Opener’s Reverses and Jump Shifts – Jump Shifts (2/3)

B. Jump shifts

1. What a jump shift shows

Definition

Opener’s second suit is bid with a jump, at the 2- or 3-level depending on the sequence. This jump initiates a game-forcing sequence. It promises at least 19 HCP with 5-4 distribution but 17+ HCP with at least ten cards in the two suits.