According to exit polls, Rob Jetten's liberal D66 party and Geert Wilders' far-right Freedom Party are battling for the top spot in the Netherlands election.
The exit polls, released by Ipsos I&O for broadcasters NOS and RTL, suggest D66 is on track to get 27 seats, while Wilders' PVV is close behind with 25 seats.
Led by 38-year-old former climate minister Jetten, D66 has surged in recent weeks with its pro-EU climate-focused agenda, positioning itself as a moderate alternative.
The party's moderate stance is a key factor in its recent surge.
Author's summary: Dutch election sees liberals and far-right party in close competition.