World record attempt for most twins in one place fails because of too many people

A Sri Lankan attempt to set a world record for the largest gathering of twins may have failed after an unexpectedly large turnout overwhelmed organizers who vowed to try again.

Twin Sri Lankan army generals Jayantha and Pooraka Seneviratne were among the thousands who turned up for the record attempt. COLOMBO, SRI LANKA -- A Sri Lankan attempt to set a world record for the largest gathering of twins may have failed Monday after an unexpectedly large turnout overwhelmed organizers who vowed to try again.

Organizers said the huge turnout meant they were unable to meet strict guidelines set by Guinness World Records. However, not all of them remained at the stadium to pose for a mandatory group photo or waited for at least five minutes, as required by the guidelines, she added.

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