Most of the Formula One circus is nearly half way around the world in India today preparing for Sunday’s Grand Prix but one of the sport’s most well-known names will not be joining them. We are referring to four-time Formula One champion Alain Prost who is in Paris this evening to announce his return to racing as a team-owner in the Formula E electric championship which will launch next year.

The news was revealed today by Pitpass’ business editor Christian Sylt in American motoring magazine Autoweek and there is little doubt about the credibility of the source. Over the past few days invitations were sent to guests for an event which will take place click here for more