In 50 years, there have been four candidates who left the race: Carlos Brito, Ângelo Veloso, Jerónimo de Sousa and Alberto Matos. They withdrew in favour of another candidacy, which went on to win the election.

In 50 years, there have been four candidates who left the race: Carlos Brito, Ângelo Veloso, Jerónimo de Sousa and Alberto Matos. They withdrew in favour of another candidacy, which went on to win the election.