McLaren has made light of the most frequent comparisons made about Formula One's new Halo device by confirming its will be sponsored by a flip-flop manufacturer for the Australian Grand Prix.
Many critics of the Halo device have compared it to the distinctive Y-shaped strap on top of a flip-flop sandal. Ahead of the Melbourne race, McLaren confirmed a deal with British lifestyle brand Gandy's, which will run its name on top of the team's black Halo for the opening race of the season.
As part of the deal, Gandy's will produce a special McLaren-inspired flip-flop, which the team has dubbed the 'Halo edition'.