Swede's Blunder in Tour de Ski - Took Friend's Poles

During the Tour de Ski, Swedish cross-country skier Gustaf Berglund faced a nightmarish start to the 20 km race in Toblach after he accidentally took his friend's poles instead of his own. Berglund expressed sympathy for his friend, Marcus Grate, who would be searching for his missing equipment after the event. Ultimately, Berglund finished in 36th place, with Edvin Anger being the best-placed Swede, ending up in 14th. Marcus Grate placed 70th in the same race due to his own pole mishap.

The incident highlights the importance of athletes ensuring they have the correct equipment before the race begins. Berglund's blunder was both embarrassing and disappointing as it hindered his performance in a significant event of the skiing calendar.

In the end, despite the mix-up, the event was won by Norway's Harald Östberg Amundsen, solidifying his place among the top competitors in the Tour de Ski series.