Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro will face President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a presidential run-off on 25 October, the country's electoral authority announced following a close first-round vote, according to Sky News.
Key facts
- Brazil's electoral authority announced the run-off on Sunday, per Sky News.
- Senator Flavio Bolsonaro will compete against President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
- The run-off is scheduled for 25 October.
- Sky News reported the first-round vote was tight.
Brazil is heading for a presidential run-off, with Senator Flavio Bolsonaro set to face President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on 25 October, the country’s electoral authority said on Sunday, according to Sky News.
Sky News reported that the first-round vote was tight, which is why the race has advanced to a second round.
Further details on the first-round vote totals and campaign plans ahead of the 25 October run-off were not provided in the available reporting.
Why it matters
The run-off will decide Brazil's presidency, with voters set to return to the polls on 25 October.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Brazilian presidential run-off?
The run-off is scheduled for 25 October, according to the country's electoral authority as reported by Sky News.
Who are the candidates in the run-off?
Senator Flavio Bolsonaro will face President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Why is there a run-off?
The first-round vote was tight and no candidate won outright, so the race advanced to a second round.