PRANCING SPIRIT (2) ran a better race last start to finish a close second over 6f at Caulfield after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Meets some better types this time but another big run is on the cards. NAMESAKE (8) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.2 lengths from the winner in third over 6f at Caulfield. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is one of the key runners. RANTING (6) finished midfield on his return from a lay-off last start over 5f at Cranbourne. Will drift back but wind up late. Will be picking them up late. LULU DARLING (10) finished second last start over 6f at Sandown-Lakeside, beaten a long neck. Taking on a better field but she is up to the task.