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Diamonds are a driver's best friend

May 21 - 27, 2008
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Lewis Hamilton and Heikki Kovalainen will shine at the 2008 Monaco Grand Prix - whether they win it, or not.

Vodafone McLaren Mercedes and Steinmetz, creators of the world's finest diamonds, have announced the continuation of their long-running partnership with a new racing creation.

This year Steinmetz has worked closely with the drivers in creating their own personalised race helmets, which both drivers will use throughout the Monaco Grand Prix weekend.

Hamilton and Kovalainen's helmets have been custom-made to their tastes after working closely with Steinmetz's in-house designers.

Each helmet has the signature of the driver pavŽd with a line of hundreds of Steinmetz's handcrafted diamonds.

This also marks the first time that the Steinmetz logo - or any other sponsor's logo in Formula One history - has been incorporated into the design of the helmets through the application of diamonds.

In celebrating Steinmetz's master craftsmanship, the Steinmetz logo has been pavŽd using Forevermark diamonds. Forevermark diamonds are the world's most preciously selected diamonds.

"I really like what Steinmetz has done this year and am looking forward to the Monaco Grand Prix weekend," said Hamilton. "As some people might know I am very particular about my helmet but it looks great and will add some extra sparkle to the event."

"I'm always really excited about the Monaco Grand Prix - it really is the one that all drivers want to win," said Kovalainen. "To be able to race at this prestigious event with Steinmetz diamonds on my helmet will bring something special to the occasion."

Hamilton was presented with his helmet at the McLaren Technology Centre earlier this week whilst Kovalainen will receive his today in Monaco.







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