Owner Rich Ricci admits Max Dynamite's main goal this year will be to feature in the Melbourne Cup in November.
Having been beaten by just half a length in the Flemington Group One back in 2015, connections have highlighted a return to Victoria is a priority for 2017.
Max Dynamite could miss out on Cheltenham and a run at Punchestown may be the most likely next outing.
The seven-year-old is looking good behind the scenes and Ricci is keeping his fingers crossed a run in the Melbourne Cup will happen later this year.
He told his BetBright blog: “I'm often asked about him and I'm happy to report that he's fine, back in training and riding out.
“It's not certain that he won't get to Cheltenham but it's probably a bit unlikely, and he should be ready for Punchestown on the way towards getting ready for a Flat campaign.
“The Melbourne Cup, in which he finished second two years ago, is the ultimate aim. Getting him back to Flemington Park this winter would be an extraordinary thrill.”
