Rank 'Em: 2009 U.S. Open Contenders

Created: June 2, 2009, 2:11 PM

Tiger Woods is eyeing U.S. Open repeat at Bethpage Black.

When Tiger Woods paid his last visit to Bethpage State Park's Black Course in 2002, he was the world's No. 1 golfer seeking an eighth major title. In his return in 2009, he is No. 1 again and seeking his 15th major title.

But not all eyes will be on Tiger as we enter into the second major of the season. Angel Cabrera is coming off a win at The Masters and has his eye on a second U.S. Open win. Second-ranked Phil Mickelson looks to win his first open title after falling short four previous times.

So, as the world's best gather at Bethpage State Park, it's time for SportsNation to size up the field. Below you'll find 25 of this year's top contenders, but who are the best bets to win it all?

You must rank at least five golfers to cast your ballot.


 
 
  • Aaron Baddeley
    Golf World Ranking: No. 52
    2008 finish: T29

  • Angel Cabrera
    Golf World Ranking: No. 26
    2008 finish: Missed cut

  • K.J. Choi
    Golf World Ranking: No. 39
    2008 finish: Missed cut

  • Stewart Cink
    Golf World Ranking: No. 29
    2008 finish: T14

  • Luke Donald
    Golf World Ranking: No. 21
    2008 finish: Withdrew

  • Ernie Els
    Golf World Ranking: No. 18
    2008 finish: T14

  • Jim Furyk
    Golf World Ranking: No. 14
    2008 finish: T36

  • Sergio Garcia
    Golf World Ranking: No. 4
    2008 finish: T28

  • Retief Goosen
    Golf World Ranking: No. 28
    2008 finish: T14

  • Padraig Harrington
    Golf World Ranking: No. 10
    2008 finish: T36

  • Trevor Immelman
    Golf World Ranking: No. 42
    2008 finish: T65

  • Zach Johnson
    Golf World Ranking: No. 19
    2008 finish: Missed cut

  • Anthony Kim
    Golf World Ranking: No. 15
    2008 finish: T26

  • Phil Mickelson
    Golf World Ranking: No. 2
    2008 finish: T18

  • Geoff Ogilvy
    Golf World Ranking: No. 5
    2008 finish: T9

  • Sean O'Hair
    Golf World Ranking: No. 13
    2008 finish: Did not play

  • Ian Poulter
    Golf World Ranking: No. 16
    2008 finish: Withdrew

  • Justin Rose
    Golf World Ranking: No. 40
    2008 finish: Missed cut

  • Rory Sabbatini
    Golf World Ranking: No. 30
    2008 finish: T58

  • Vijay Singh
    Golf World Ranking: No. 9
    2008 finish: T65

  • Henrik Stenson
    Golf World Ranking: No. 6
    2008 finish: Missed cut

  • Steve Stricker
    Golf World Ranking: No. 8
    2008 finish: T29

  • Boo Weekley
    Golf World Ranking: No. 65
    2008 finish: T26

  • Mike Weir
    Golf World Ranking: No. 25
    2008 finish: T18

  • Tiger Woods
    Golf World Ranking: No. 1
    2008 finish: 1