Classic Races

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In British horse racing, the Classics are a series of horse races run over the flat (i.e. without jumps). Each classic is run once each year and is restricted to horses that are three years old. The five races are

The 2,000 Guineas

The 1,000 Guineas

The Oaks

The Epsom Derby

and the St. Leger

The 2,000 Guineas, the Derby and the St.Leger together form the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing.