Brazil’s presidential race heads to runoff after Bolsonaro beats Lula in first round
- Flávio Bolsonaro led Brazil’s first round with 47%, ahead of President Lula’s 45%.
- Neither candidate won a majority, sending Brazil’s presidential race to a runoff on October 25.
- Flávio’s strong result came despite polls underestimating his support and his father Jair Bolsonaro’s influence.
- Lula, 80, is seeking a fourth term and says the runoff offers voters a choice over Brazil’s future.
Source: ndtv.com
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