Kristjan Ilves, a Nordic combined skier from Estonia, performed a remarkable ski jump of 192 meters at the historic ski jumping competition in Kulm, Austria. This event marked the first ski jumping competition in the history of the Nordic Combined World Cup, and Ilves scored 171.3 points for his jump, tying with Austria's Franz-Josef Rehrli. Ilves and Rehrli will begin their skiing segment with a 48-second delay behind the leader, Johannes Lamparter, who secured first place with a jump of 236.5 meters and scored 207.6 points. This competition showcases the competitive spirit and skill present in the Nordic Combined events, particularly as athletes prepare for upcoming international competitions.

The ski jumping portion of the competition is crucial as it sets the stage for the cross-country skiing event, where the athletes' previous jump results will determine their starting order on the ski track. Alongside Ilves and Rehrli, other notable competitors include the French skier Marco Heinis and Finnish athlete Ilkka Herola, both of whom will also start shortly after the leaders. The racing dynamics between these athletes will be key, especially considering the tight time intervals between them.

As the 7.5 kilometer skiing segment of the competition commences at 17:00, the anticipation builds for how the ski jump scores will impact the overall outcome. Athletes like Jens Luraas Oftebro, who has achieved gold medals at the Milano Cortina Olympics, will also be in the mix, showcasing the blend of emerging talent and established prowess in the field of Nordic combined skiing. This event not only highlights the individual accomplishments of the athletes but also the growing popularity and competitiveness of Nordic sports in Estonia and beyond.