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_24431264_18 (points INTEGER, player VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  How many defending points did  radek štěpánek have?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT MAX(points) AS defending FROM table_24431264_18 WHERE player = "Radek Štěpánek"