While its current form would suggest that it will continue to play third fiddle behind Renault and Ferrari in Monaco this weekend, McLaren looks set to sparkle in other ways after rekindling its relationship with diamond giant Steinmetz.

After last year's sparkling helmets worn by Kimi Raikkonen - who won the event with an equally shining performance - and team-mate Juan Montoya, the team unveiled the latest collaboration in the build-up to the 2006 grand prix, taking the wraps off a diamond-encrusted steering wheel.

The Mercedes-Benz three-pointed star on both Raikkonen and Montoya's steering wheels have been emblazoned with round white diamonds, expertly cut by Steinmetz, continuing the company's association with the Monaco race which began with the former Jaguar Racing team.

Find out more about McLaren's colaborration with jeweler Steinmetz for the Monaco Grand Prix at http://www.crash.net.