Sailor Kevin Escoffier appears on Monday, November 9, 2026, before the criminal court of Lorient (Morbihan).
These events are alleged to have taken place in Lorient, Brazil and Australia.
Three other women report similar acts, distinct from the four assaults covered by the judgment.
The accusations shake the career of the sailor, who became famous beyond racing circles.
During the race, Kevin Escoffier is rescued at the last moment by his rival Jean Le Cam.
These complaints, spread over several years, constitute the acts for which he is appearing in court.
The sailor from Saint-Malo is being tried for four alleged sexual assaults.
Kevin Escoffier faces up to seven years in prison.
Four women accuse him of sexual touching allegedly committed between 2017 and 2023.
This fame dates back to November 2020 and the Vendée Globe.