Cindy Morvan Death, French Track Cycling Champion Shot Dead in Calais
The French sporting world is mourning the tragic death of Cindy Morvan, a former French track cycling champion, who was shot and killed in Calais, France, on Friday, October 31, 2025. The shocking incident has sent waves of grief throughout the cycling community and beyond.
A Tragic Incident in Calais
According to authorities, 39-year-old Cindy Morvan was fatally shot in her apartment building by another woman — the current partner of her ex-husband. The tragic event occurred on Friday afternoon in Calais.
Deputy Prosecutor Patrick Leleu of Boulogne-sur-Mer confirmed that the suspect, also a 39-year-old woman, used a high-caliber firearm in the attack. Following the shooting, the assailant took her own life later that evening in a car parked in Calais.
A letter was reportedly found in the vehicle, in which the suspect expressed apologies for her actions. Investigators have described the relationship between the two women as “extremely strained”, citing serious grievances that may have led to this tragic and extreme act.
A Respected Figure in French Cycling
Cindy Morvan was well-known in French cycling circles as a former national track cycling champion and a passionate advocate for women’s cycling development.
The French Cycling Federation (FFC) expressed deep sadness in a public tribute posted on Facebook, describing Cindy as a:
“Passionate and dedicated volunteer for many years, a qualified coach, and particularly committed to the development of women’s cycling.”
Her club, the Calais Cycling Union, where she had been overseeing the cycling school for the past year, also shared heartfelt condolences:
“Cindy was a dedicated and passionate person. Her warm presence and energy will be sorely missed.”
A Life Dedicated to the Sport
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Cindy Morvan was admired for her commitment to mentoring young athletes and promoting equal opportunities in cycling. She was known for her energy, generosity, and love of the sport, qualities that inspired many within the French cycling community.
Friends and colleagues described her as a devoted mother of two, balancing family life with her tireless efforts to grow women’s cycling across France.
Community in Mourning
The news of Cindy Morvan’s death has left the French sporting community in deep mourning. Tributes have poured in from fellow cyclists, clubs, and sports officials across the country, remembering her as both a champion and mentor whose influence reached far beyond the track.
The French Cycling Federation and Calais Cycling Union have both pledged to honor her memory through continued efforts to promote women’s participation in cycling — a cause she championed throughout her life.
