Brazil presidential election poll shows narrowing gap between Lula and Bolsonaro
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Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Flavio Bolsonaro
Brazil
August 10-13, 2026
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A new Quaest poll shows Lula leading Flavio Bolsonaro 43% to 40% in a simulated run-off. The gap has narrowed from a previous five-point lead. Former President Jair Bolsonaro is barred from running, with his son Flavio representing the right-wing. The election is scheduled for October.
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