“Dad skipped meals to buy me running shoes…”: Asian Games triple medallist Vithya Ramraj on father’s sacrifices for her career; “He would drink tea or…”

Indian athlete Vithya Ramraj has triumphantly returned from the 2026 Asian Games, securing three medals and showcasing her incredible talent. Behind her success lies a heartfelt story of her father, who selflessly sacrificed his own well-being to ensure his daughters had the opportunities to excel in running. He often went without meals to fund necessary gear for both Vithya and her twin sister.