Jim Bolger is convinced Dawn Approach will go to the English Derby an even better horse than he was when winning the 2000 Guineas.

The Coolcullen trainer has been delighted with the unbeaten colt since the Newmarket Classic and he knows what it takes to win the premier Classic having saddled the unbeaten colt's sire New Approach to land the Epsom showpiece in 2008.

"I'm very happy with him. He has come out of the Guineas very well. His performance in the Guineas was spectacular, I think that's recognised by everybody," said Bolger.

"He has been thriving ever since. I'd say he's eating a little more than he was before the Guineas, so he's come out of it really well, and I've no doubt he has improved.

"Kevin (Manning) and I know every blade of grass at Epsom at this stage. We've walked the track umpteen times and we're happy enough about that.

"As regards to the competition, I wish them all well, I respect each and every one of them and I would not be losing any sleep over who turns up."