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Lula Regains Narrow Edge Over Bolsonaro in Brazil Runoff Polls

Brazil's former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva regained a narrow lead over incumbent President Jair Bolsonaro in the latest BTG/Nexus poll ahead of the October 26 runoff election. The poll, conducted by the Brazilian media consortium BTG/Nexus, shows Lula with a 2-point advantage. The results signal a shift in public sentiment as the election approaches.

According to the Straits Times, Lula has regained a narrow edge over Bolsonaro in the BTG/Nexus poll, with the former president leading by 2 percentage points. The poll, conducted on September 14, 2026, reflects a slight but significant shift in voter support. Reuters, however, reported that Lula and Bolsonaro are neck-and-neck in the runoff polls, with no clear leader emerging. The divergence in reporting highlights the volatility of the race as both candidates prepare for the final showdown. The results will be closely watched by political analysts and voters alike as the October 26 election nears.

Where Sources Diverge

straits-times reports Lula regains narrow edge over Bolsonaro in BTG/Nexus poll

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Brazil's Lula regains narrow edge over Bolsonaro in BTG/Nexus poll

reuters reports Lula, Bolsonaro neck-and-neck in Brazil runoff polls ahead of election

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Lula, Bolsonaro neck-and-neck in Brazil runoff polls ahead of election

Sources

WireReutersSep 14, 06:35 PM
Lula, Bolsonaro neck-and-neck in Brazil runoff polls ahead of election - reuters.com

Lula, Bolsonaro neck-and-neck in Brazil runoff polls ahead of election  reuters.com

IndependentStraits TimesSep 14, 02:41 PM
Brazil's Lula regains narrow edge over Bolsonaro in BTG/Nexus poll - straitstimes.com

Brazil's Lula regains narrow edge over Bolsonaro in BTG/Nexus poll  straitstimes.com