1. The ending of a competition, game, or event whose result is questioned or contested by one or more parties due to controversial circumstances or disagreement about the outcome
The boxing match ended in a disputed finale when the judges' decision was challenged by the losing fighter's team.
A luta de boxe terminou com um final contestado quando a decisão dos juízes foi questionada pela equipe do lutador derrotado.
2. An inconclusive or controversial ending to a competition where the legitimacy of the result is in doubt
The election had a disputed finale that led to recounts and legal challenges.
A eleição teve um final contestado que levou a recontagens e desafios legais.