Bhiwani, Oct. 30 -- Indian para-badminton player Nitesh Kumar credited his father, Vijender Singh, for being his strongest source of support throughout his journey after returning from the 2026 Asian Para Games with a gold and a silver medal.

Nitesh won the men's singles SL3 gold, defeating compatriot Pramod Bhagat in the final, and also claimed silver in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 event alongside Thulasimathi Murugesan.

Reflecting on his tough journey, which began after he lost his left leg in a train accident in 2009, Nitesh said his father stood by him during his most difficult moments and continued to motivate him as he took up para-badminton.

"Of course, my father [Vijender Singh] was my biggest support, not just in my sporting jou...