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Sports Illustrated unveils contenders for 2015 Sportsman of the Year

Have we ever seen a sporting year like 2015? From American Pharoah's run to the Triple Crown to Ronda Rousey's MMA dominance to Jordan Spieth's taking aim at golf's Grand Slam, it's been a remarkable year in athletic achievement, one of the best ever. Below are the 12 leading contenders for 2015 Sportsman of the Year. Sports Illustrated's editors will make its (very tough) selection next month, but we want our readers to have their say. Below, cast your vote for the person (or, in Pharoah’s case, superhorse) you think is the most worthy selection for Sportsman of the Year.