Brazil election results 2026 live: Polls close in Lula, Bolsonaro face-off

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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro square off in a closely watched election.

Published On 25 Oct 2026

Polls closed at 5pm local time (20:00 GMT) for Brazil’s nearly 160 million eligible voters, with results expected in the coming hours.
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has asked to extend voting hours, citing the unavailability of public transport in some areas.