The winners of France's snap election may be certain, but deep political divisions means what'll happen next isn't clear.

People are celebrating in the streets of France, after left-wing coalition - the New Popular Front - has fended off the far-right National Rally.

It's a surprise result, reversing the National Rally's lead in votes last week. 

UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains the unprecedented final result.

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The winners of France's snap election may be certain, but deep political divisions means what'll happen next isn't clear.
People are celebrating in the streets of France, after left-wing coalition - the New Popular Front - has fended off the far-right National Rally.
It's a surprise result, reversing the National Rally's lead in votes last week. 
UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains the unprecedented final result.
LISTEN ABOVE

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