As France hurtles towards a highly contested presidential election, the latest polling data has thrown up a surprise contender who appears to be the only viable candidate capable of beating either Marine Le Pen or Jean-Luc Mélenchon to the top spot. The centre-right figure, whose identity has not been disclosed, has been steadily gaining momentum in recent weeks, leaving many to wonder if they possess the magic formula to unite a divided electorate. With Le Pen and Mélenchon vying for the far-right and far-left votes respectively, the centre-right candidate's chances of success seem to be growing by the day. But can they capitalize on this momentum and become the next President of France?


Latest polls suggest the centre-right figure is the only candidate who can defeat Marine Le Pen or Jean-Luc Mélenchon.