V8 engines set for F1 comeback - why it's really expected to happen

V8 engines are set to return to F1: the decision looks inevitable — it’s just a case of when.

Mark Hughes reveals the overwhelming levels of support in the F1 paddock to scrap the current V6 hybrid power units and bring back V8s for the first time in over a decade.

The only question is when it’s going to happen, with Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of racing’s governing body, the FIA, pledging to bring the power units in by 2031 at the latest, while manufacturers want to ensure they get their development money’s-worth from the current power units.

Plus: George Russell has a big problem. After being outperformed by Kimi Antonelli, who took his third successive win in Miami, he’s piled the pressure on himself to deliver at the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix. Is it crunch time for the championship already? Read more on the subject in Mark’s latest column.

Also on the podcast: as Mercedes lost its advantage? With teams bringing more upgrades to Montreal, we could see more drivers joining this year’s title battle.

Mark answers your questions on why F1 doesn’t simply ban aerodynamics, and the intricacies of energy deployment. We’ll feature more listener questions next week, so don’t forget to post yours below.

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