ieExplains: What happens if Jim Gavin wins the presidency after dropping out?

Jim Gavin’s withdrawal came too late to remove his name from the ballot, meaning he could still legally win

Former Fianna Fail presidential candidate Jim Gavin, speaking to media at RTÉ's studios in Donnybrook, Dublin. Picture: PA

Polling day in the presidential election is on Friday, and two candidates remain in the race — Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys.

However, Jim Gavin’s name will still appear on the ballot paper as the Fianna Fáil candidate, despite his withdrawal.