
Bid 3 ♠
This shows either
(a) a hand with a probable 9 tricks in NT if partner can stop the opener’s suit
or
(b) a very strong one suited hand with at least game values.
Partner’s first priority is to bid 3 NT with a stop in opener’s suit.
Without a stop and with poor values, he makes the cheapest bid available, which is not 3 NT.
Any other bid shows primary values (not necessarily length) in the suit bid.
If overcaller removes 3 NT, he will have the very strong hand type.
Thank you Alan. Bridge tips are excellent. Very clearly explained too.