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_18828487_1 (runner_up VARCHAR, year VARCHAR)
### Question:
In 2009, how many were runner-up?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(runner_up) FROM table_18828487_1 WHERE year = 2009