Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Athletics (2018): did not meet three evidentiary criteria
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the required three evidentiary criteria. The AAO determined the evidence for awards was insufficient to prove they were nationally or internationally recognized, the submitted article was not primarily about the petitioner, and the evidence of trophies and recommendation letters did not establish original contributions of major significance to the field.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Published Material About The Alien Original Contributions Of Major Significance Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations
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