Voting begins in Brazil's presidential elections
The main fight is between Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro
Quick Look
- Polling stations have opened in Brazil for the presidential election.
- The main rivals are Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro.
- To win in the first round you need to get more than 50% of the votes.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
Presidential elections are taking place in Brazil, the main candidates are Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro.
Polling stations open their doors to citizens voting in Brazil's presidential elections.
The main struggle will unfold between the current head of state, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, representing the left-wing Workers' Party, and the eldest son of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro, the far-right senator Flavio Bolsonaro.
To win in the first round, candidates must receive over 50% of the votes. If this does not happen, then a second round of elections will take place on October 25.
Voting will last until 17.00 (23.00 Moscow time). It is expected that the results will be known after 21.00 (03.00 Moscow time).
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The second round of elections will take place on October 25 if there is no winner in the first round.
Possible · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Who will win in the first round?
- Will there be a second round of elections?
