F1 | Charles Leclerc calls for the return of V8 engines and gives his view on Sprint Races. Charles Leclerc says what he misses most in F1 are the noisy V8 engines.

Charles Leclerc has admitted that what he misses most in Formula 1 is the return of the beloved V8 engines. The Monegasque driver spoke about this topic in a recent interview with motorsport.com, stating that the loud engines are the element he longs for the most in F1.

Leclerc: “V8s gave me chills”

Charles Leclerc told motorsport.com that he would love to see (and drive) V8 engines back in Formula 1:

“I would love to see louder engines return to Formula 1. More sound would be truly appreciated. I would absolutely prefer going back to the regular V8s or even V10s, especially for the sound. That is what I miss the most in this sport; it’s what made me fall in love with Formula 1. I am from Monaco and I remember when the cars raced on my home track. They gave me chills, and I don’t think that sensation is felt anymore. Which is really a shame.”

Sprint Races and reverse grids could disrupt the circus

Charles Leclerc also shared his opinion on Sprint Races and the potential introduction of a reverse grid:

“In my opinion, the number of Sprint Races we have now is good enough, and I wouldn’t increase it. Regarding the reverse grid… I don’t know. Not in a regular weekend, at least. For a Sprint weekend, why not consider it for the Sprint Race? But it really might not fit the DNA of Formula 1. I think F1, as it is now, should remain as it is, and we shouldn’t need to reinvent anything.” – the Ferrari driver concluded.