The defending champion of this event was Ronny Ackermann of Germany. Leaders after the ski jumping part of the competition were Lamy-Chappuis (who would finish 17th), Koivuranta, and Bieler. (who would finish fourth).
Ronny Ackermann, as the defending champion, represented Germany in this event. After the ski jumping segment, the leaders included Lamy-Chappuis (who ended up 17th), Koivuranta, and Bieler (who placed fourth).