Voters in Brazil to choose between Lula and Bolsonaro's son
Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of Brazil's imprisoned former president, is presenting a strong challenge to Lula, 80, who is seeking a fourth term in office.
BBC News reports: Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of Brazil's imprisoned former president, is presenting a strong challenge to Lula, 80, who is seeking a fourth term in office.
This politics story centres on Brazil. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula.
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