Gap narrows between rivals in 2026 municipal race
The margin of victory for incumbent mayor candidate Jean‑Michel Aulas over his rival Gregoyr Doucet has narrowed significantly according to the latest polling data released across major French media outlets between March 12 and 13, with reports describing Doucèt as "never this close" before. While Aulus remains ahead in all surveys cited by Le Figaro, L'Équipe de la Manche (Ladepeche), Lyonmagazine, Parisian feeds from le Parisien.fr, the municipal election of June 2026 continues to feature a tightening contest between these two figures as voters weigh their options.
Key Points
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1Jean-MichʻlAulus remains the frontrunner in Lyon's 2026 mayoral election according to recent polls.
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2The lead of Jean-Michel Aulas over incumbent mayor Grégory Doucet has narrowed significantly based on new polling data.
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3"Doucet is never this close" suggests a perception that his proximity to the leader in opinion surveys represents an anomaly rather than progress.
Developments
Perspectives
The gap between the candidates is narrowing according to new polling data.
— (20minutes)Jean-Michel Aulas's lead over outgoing mayor Gregory Doucet has shrunk in a recent poll, though he remains ahead by all accounts.
— (Le Parisien)