Who is Yannick Agnel? Olympic gold winner faces trial over serious abuse claims involving former coach’s minor daughter

Former Olympic swimmer Yannick Agnel will stand trial in France over allegations of sexually abusing his former coach’s 13-year-old daughter in 2016. Prosecutors confirmed the case after rejecting his appeal. Agnel admitted to a relationship but denied coercion. The case has raised serious concerns about abuse, power, and accountability in elite sports.

Who is Yannick Agnel? Olympic gold winner faces trial over serious abuse claims involving former coach’s minor daughter
Former Olympic swimmer Yannick Agnel will stand trial in France over allegations of sexually abusing his former coach’s 13-year-old daughter in 2016. Prosecutors confirmed the case after rejecting his appeal. Agnel admitted to a relationship but denied coercion. The case has raised serious concerns about abuse, power, and accountability in elite sports.