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John and Edward Grimes received the highest number of votes from the public during last weekend's X Factor, it has been claimed.
According to The Sun, the Irish twins topped the phone poll for their big band rendition of Ricky Martin's 'She Bangs'.
An insider said: "It is extraordinary. John & Edward were miles ahead of any other act. Whoever wins the X Factor, you can usually guarantee they can sing.
"If John and Edward win, it will no longer be a show about great singers - it could be disastrous. But you know what? It could happen."
The duo's mentor Louis Walsh said: "Kids love these guys - everywhere I go they come up to me and tell me they think they're great.
"They're young, they're fun and they have the likeability factor, which is what this show is all about. I know some don't like them, but they should back off and leave them alone. They put a smile on your face - what's wrong with that?"
Music agent Jonathan Shalit said: "The twins can't really sing but they are likeable. If they win, it would be Simon Cowell's worst nightmare.
"Look at the success he's had with Leona Lewis in America. Can you seriously see him taking John and Edward across the pond and telling everyone they're the next big thing?"
