dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a table tennis player, met the required three evidentiary criteria. The AAO determined that the submitted awards and competition standings were not proven to be nationally or internationally recognized prizes for excellence. Additionally, the AAO withdrew the Director's initial finding that the membership criterion was met, stating the evidence failed to show membership was based on outstanding achievements judged by experts.
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