V8 engines are set to return to F1: the decision looks inevitable \u2014 it\u2019s just a case of when.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The only question is when it\u2019s going to happen, with Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of racing\u2019s 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\u2019s-worth from the current power units.<\/p>\n
Plus: George Russell<\/a> has a big problem. After being outperformed by Kimi Antonelli<\/a>, who took his third successive win in Miami, he\u2019s 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\u2019s latest column<\/a>.<\/p>\n Also on the podcast: as Mercedes<\/a> lost its advantage? With teams bringing more upgrades to Montreal<\/a>, we could see more drivers joining this year\u2019s title battle.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Mark answers your questions on why F1 doesn\u2019t simply ban aerodynamics, and the intricacies of energy deployment. We\u2019ll feature more listener questions next week, so don\u2019t forget to post yours below.<\/p>\n Can\u2019t see the form? Click here<\/a><\/p>\n