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_8 (rank VARCHAR, rider VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many Ranks have ray pickrell as a Rider?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(rank) FROM table_name_8 WHERE rider = "ray pickrell"