Brazil's Presidential Election Heads to Potential Runoff as Lula and Bolsonaro Ally Remain Tied
Source Summary
Polling stations closed in Brazil's presidential election with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro running neck and neck. If no candidate secures more than 50% of the vote, a runoff election is scheduled for 25 October.
Why it matters
Brazil's election outcome will determine the country's political direction and economic policy for the coming years.
What remains uncertain
The final vote count and whether a runoff will be necessary remain to be determined.



