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_26309085_1 (surface VARCHAR, partner VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the surface when he played with John Alexander? 
### Answer:
SELECT surface FROM table_26309085_1 WHERE partner = "John Alexander"