Jordan Breen takes Ireland’s Junior Strongest Man 2021

Jordan Breen competing at Ireland's Strongest Man competition last week, where he was crowned Junior champion.

Jordan Breen, Mitchelstown native and strong man, is celebrating a huge achievement, after being crowned Ireland’s Strongest Man 2021 in the Junior category.

The competition was held by the Irish Strength Association on July 25th in Kilkenny.

The Junior category is for weightlifters under the age of 23, and Jordan won the title after taking part in a series of events, including pulling an 18-ton truck.

Dave Kent, owner of Fringey’s Fitness where Jordan trains and works, spoke to The Avondhu about the young man’s achievement.

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