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_26400438_1 (f_laps VARCHAR, poles VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many times did he hold 12 poles?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(f_laps) FROM table_26400438_1 WHERE poles = 12