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Brazil's presidential election is heading to a run-off on October 25 after right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro outperformed polls to lead incumbent Lula 55.8 million to 53.2 million in the first round. The tight race, marked by concerns over crime and the economy, pits the son of imprisoned former president Jair Bolsonaro against the leftist incumbent in a deeply polarised contest.

Brazil's presidential election on October 4 saw Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro in a near tie, with a runoff likely on October 25. The race is defined by democracy fears, the Banco Master scandal, and US interest.