Flávio Bolsonaro’s selection of federal deputy Alfredo Gaspar as running mate on August 5, 2026, has produced overwhelming trader consensus around the Liberal Party ticket for Brazil’s October presidential election. The choice followed weeks of stalled alliance talks with centrist and right-leaning parties and unsuccessful efforts to recruit a female candidate who could broaden appeal. Gaspar, a first-term congressman from Alagoas and former state prosecutor, offered a reliable intra-party option after other prospects declined due to internal party decisions. The announcement, made on the final day of party conventions, effectively locked in the pairing and aligned with the campaign’s focus on consolidating Bolsonarista support. Late developments such as a formal ticket change, legal challenges affecting eligibility, or an unforeseen withdrawal could still alter the outcome before ballots are cast.