British Classic Races contest both. The final leg is the St. Leger, held over 1 mile 6 1/2 furlongs at Doncaster and is open to both sexes. The variety of distances and racecourses faced in the Classics make them particularly challenging as a series to even the best horses. It is rare for a horse to possess both the speed and stamina to compete across all these distances, making the Triple Crown a particularly notable achievement. In fact, in the modern era, it is rare for any attempt on the Triple Crown to be made. Although the oldest race in the series, the
Silverstone Classic with The Hollies in 2013. The 2014 line-up included Canned Heat and Bonnie Tyler with Status Quo and Paul Young headlining in 2015. In 2016 the line-up included The Boomtown Rats, The Stranglers and Reef. In addition to numerous trade stands and club displays, car auctions are held at each Silverstone Classic. Until 2010 Bonhams were the auctioneers, including in 2008 a special Lotus and Porsche auction. Since 2011, the auctions are run by Nick Whale's Silverstone Auctions. Silverstone Classic The Silverstone Classic is an annual three-day car and race event at the UK's Silverstone circuit, home of the British