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FTD brothers cross the finish line in final marathon

May 28, 2026 14:55
By Shannonside News
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FTD brothers cross the finish line in final marathon

Their journey captured hearts across Ireland and beyond, with thousands turning out along routes to cheer them on and millions following their story online.

Brothers Jordan and Cian Adams, widely known as the 'FTD Brothers' have completed their extraordinary challenge of running 33 marathons in 33 days in a powerful campaign to raise awareness and funding for frontotemporal dementia.

The pair crossed the finish line of their final marathon in Dublin after more than a month of relentless endurance, emotion, and nationwide support.

Their journey captured hearts across Ireland and beyond, with thousands turning out along routes to cheer them on and millions following their story online.

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Jordon, 31, and Cian Adams, 25 are almost certain to develop frontotemporal dementia, which their mother, Geraldine, died from, aged 52.

A total of 12 of their Irish relatives, including their grandmother from Mohill, Co Leitrim, died from the condition.

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