Gisèle Maurin: Badminton Legend Dies in Falaise

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Gisèle Maurin, former president of the Falaise badminton club (Calvados), died on Tuesday January 27, 2026 from cancer. Several times French champion, she had notably participated in world and European championships.

Gisèle Maurin, former president of ESF badminton and high-level player, died on Tuesday January 27, 2026. | ESF BADMINTON

  • Gisèle Maurin, former president of ESF badminton and high-level player, died on Tuesday January 27, 2026.
    Gisèle Maurin, former president of ESF badminton and high-level player, died on Tuesday January 27, 2026. | ESF BADMINTON


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Mardi 27 janvier 2026, les hommages se sont multipliés sur les réseaux sociaux falaisiens (Calvados) après l’annonce du décès de Gisèle Maurin, à l’âge de 59 ans. Membre de l’ESF badminton pendant plusieurs décennies, elle est décédée des suites d’un combat long de six ans contre le cancer, a annoncé son club. Championne de France de la discipline à plusieurs reprises, elle a participé à des championnats du d’Europe et du monde en catégorie seniors.

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James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.

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