Syphax remains on course to test his Derby credentials in the Betfred Dante Stakes at York on May 18.
The three-year-old landed the Acomb Stakes on the Knavesmire last summer, a victory which prompted Godolphin to secure his services.
He suffered his first defeat when beaten into second place by Richard Fahey's Forest Ranger in the 32Red Burradon Conditions Stakes at Newcastle on Good Friday, but Kevin Ryan is confident that seasonal reappearance will not be lost on his exciting youngster.
He said: "He's in great form and I couldn't be happier with him.
"I was delighted with him at Newcastle, and for being allowed to run him, and that should have brought him on a good bit.
"He'll head straight to York now."
Another Ryan inmate bound for the Dante meeting is high-class sprinter Brando.
Last year's Ayr Gold Cup hero got the new campaign off to a flying start with victory in last month's Abernant Stakes at Newmarket.
"We were delighted with him at Newmarket and he's come out of it grand.
"All being well, the Duke of York (May 17) is next."
