It has been over two years since Ron Dennis suggested introducing water pistols into the sport of Formula One. Whilst his comments were made with tongue firmly planted in cheek, it has to be said that McLaren have a reputation for being one of the duller teams in the paddock.

So, it was a nice surprise to discover that not only has the team updated the video section of their website, but Martin Whitmarsh has gone to a great deal of effort to explain an innovation the Woking-based squad plan to introduce ready for the Singapore Grand Prix.

I have to give full marks to Whitmarsh and McLaren on this one. Let us hope it's the start of the team sheddingtheir somewhat conservative image.