UPDATED! Starting point changed for the FTD Brothers' epic Longford run
The FTD Brothers, Jordan and Cian Adams will be starting their incredible Longford marathon in The Mall at 10am on Monday May 11. According to the updated route on the FTD Brothers website, their run will take them through Kiernan’s Cross, Newtownforbes, Cloondara Bridge via Kilmore Cross, the Royal Canal Greenway car park in Stonepark and back into Longford town, ending on the Battery Road, specifically at Pearse View beside the Circle K filling station.
Map: The FTD Brothers
The brothers, Jordan and Cian Adams, have embarked on the gruelling challenge of 32 counties in 32 days, or 33 marathons in 33 days if you include the London Marathon which Jordan completed all while carrying a fridge on his back.
Their Longford marathon is expected to take approximately 4-5 hours to complete and members of the public are invited to join them on their run along the way. Locals, groups and schools are also being encouraged to line the route in support of the lads.
The aim of the marathon is to raise awareness of Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) as well as funds for research into finding a cure.
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Both Jordan and Cian carry the rare genetic mutation that is linked to frontotemporal dementia, meaning they have a high chance of developing dementia in their forties.
The Longford run carries extra special significance for the brothers as they have strong family ties to the county.
Their grandfather hailed from Drumlish, while their grandmother came from just over the border in nearby Cattan. Their mother’s cousin, Mary Breslin and family are still living in Ballinamuck.
Proceeds from this incredible fundraising campaign, which has already surpassed the 1 million milestone, will go to the Alzheimer's Society of Ireland and The FTD Brothers Foundation.
For more information, including the opportunity to donate, click here