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_26998693_1 (season INTEGER, podiums VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the earliest season where podium was 9?
### Answer:
SELECT MIN(season) FROM table_26998693_1 WHERE podiums = 9