text: 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_23 (lane VARCHAR, heat VARCHAR, nationality VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What lane did the barbados swimmer compete in before heat 3?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT lane FROM table_name_23 WHERE heat < 3 AND nationality = "barbados"