Below is the list of tables from the database along with their columns and datatype. Need to generate an accurate SQL query for the question.
Only use the columns present in the respective table. Only use the columns which are required to generate the SQL query. Only use table joins if required and not otherwise.

### Tables ###
TABLE: CREATE TABLE table_17289224_1 ( points INTEGER, final_placing VARCHAR )

### Question ###
What was the max points you when when you place 9th?

### Accurate SQL ###

SELECT MAX(points) FROM table_17289224_1 WHERE final_placing = "9th"