The atmosphere at a National Rally campaign event at Bois de Vincennes in Paris experienced a shift in mood as the hour before polls closed unfolded. According to sources present at the event, the initial buoyant atmosphere gave way to a more subdued tone as early projections of the results began to emerge.
Prior to the release of the results, the setting was described as one of anticipation and festivity, with the stage seemingly set for a celebratory atmosphere. However, as the numbers started to appear on the large screens, a sense of disappointment seemed to settle over the crowd.
