Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_61 (lost VARCHAR, highest_ranking VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the total number of Lost for the Highest Ranking of – –?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(lost) FROM table_name_61 WHERE highest_ranking = "– –"