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James Vowles faces "tough moment" as Nico Rosberg calls Williams woes "a shocker"

Nico Rosberg has heavily criticized the early competitiveness of the Williams squad as the 2026 campaign gets underway, labeling their current level an absolute shocker. The former title holder highlighted the steep uphill battle awaiting team boss James Vowles as he attempts to steer the Grove-based constructor back toward its competitive targets.

The organization previously faced early hurdles ahead of the competitive calendar after sitting out private trials held in Barcelona during January, followed by showing up to official sessions in Bahrain carrying excess mass.