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'FTD Brothers' in Roscommon today as they continue marathon challenge

May 12, 2026 08:42
By Shannonside News
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'FTD Brothers' in Roscommon today as they continue marathon challenge

Their mother Geraldine passed away from frontotemporal dementia at the age of 52, a genetic condition the brothers are almost certain to develop.

The 'FTD Brothers' are back on track this morning as they make their way to Roscommon for their 16th marathon. Jordan and Cian Adams are running marathons across 32 counties in 33 days to raise awareness about dementia. Their mother Geraldine passed away from frontotemporal dementia at the age of 52, a genetic condition the brothers are almost certain to develop.

The brothers, who have strong Longford roots, will set off from Loughnaneane Park in Roscommon at 10 o clock this morning. Speaking at the finish line in Longford yesterday, Jordan said he was looking forward to getting to know the Rossies:

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