• Aug 14, 2025 overheard at the bridge club passing along the tried and true hand evaluation tools for opening t. Weak Hands (Less than 12 HCP): Usually pass unless holding a very long suit that warrants a preemptive bid (e.g., 6+ cards). 2. Using Distributional Tools for Better Bidding Decisions Distributional features play a critical role in deciding whether to open and how high. By Camylle Kuhic