Jedward carry Olympic torch in Dublin

Jedward have taken part in the Olympic torch relay, as the event moves into the Republic of Ireland.

John and Edward Grimes carried the torch as it passed through Dublin on day 19 of the relay.

The pop duo, who found fame after they came sixth on the X-Factor in 2009, also recently represented Ireland for the second time at the Eurovision song contest.

Other people running with the flame today include Olympians Sonia O'Sullivan and Dame Mary Peters.

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