Brazil polls close with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro in tight race

Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro remain closely matched as voting ends in Brazil, with a run-off possible on 25 October.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM EDT

Voting has ended in Brazil with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro still closely matched.

A candidate must secure more than half the votes to avoid a second round. If none reaches that threshold, a run-off will take place on 25 October.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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