The Guardian
Brazil votes in presidential runoff with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro nearly tied
Brazilian voters are choosing between incumbent left-wing president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a presidential runoff. Bolsonaro’s surprise first-round victory, despite his lack of a lead in most polls, made him the favourite. Lula’s campaign has since gained ground, leaving the two virtually tied.
What to know
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Far-right senator Flávio Bolsonaro unexpectedly won the first round and initially became the favourite.
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Incumbent left-wing president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has since gained ground, with the candidates virtually tied before the runoff.
Why it matters
The reported first-round upset and subsequent shift in support provide context for Brazil’s closely contested presidential runoff.
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