Photos: Lula supporters flood streets in celebration of historic win
Summary
Supporters of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva celebrated in cities including Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo after official results gave him victory in the presidential election. Lula received 51.8 percent of the vote, while his rival, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, received 48.2 percent; Bolsonaro said he would seek to annul the result.Key Facts
- Crowds in Rio de Janeiro celebrated with fireworks, music, dancing and chants.
- Thousands of Lula supporters gathered in central squares and on major roads in São Paulo.
- Official results gave Lula 51.8 percent of the vote.
- Senator Flávio Bolsonaro received 48.2 percent of the vote.
- Lula called the high turnout a vote to defend democracy.
- Bolsonaro refused to accept the result and said he would seek to annul the vote.
- A Supreme Court decision extended polling by two hours.
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