Chega leader André Ventura discharged from hospital

The leader of Portugal's third largest party fell ill while speaking at a rally in Tavira in the Algarve. Hospital sources say he suffered an oesophageal spasm associated with a spike in blood pressure.

Portuguese right-wing politician André Ventura has been discharged from hospital, a day after falling ill during a campaign rally ahead of Sunday's election. ---More...

Portugal’s right-wing nationalist leader André Ventura suddenly collapsed mid-speech during a campaign rally, clutching his chest in visible pain.

The incident occurred moments after he took a sip of water, freezing in place before grabbing at his chest and neck.

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