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_96 (grid INTEGER, rider VARCHAR, laps VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What is the lowest grid with rider casey stoner and laps that are smaller than 27?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT MIN(grid) FROM table_name_96 WHERE rider = "casey stoner" AND laps < 27