dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Athletics
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a retired Olympic gold medalist, had sustained his acclaim in his new role as a coach and consultant. The AAO determined that the one-time achievement as an athlete was insufficient to establish the requisite sustained acclaim for his current coaching activities, for which there was little documentation of national or international recognition.
Criteria Discussed
Major Internationally Recognized Award Intent To Continue Work In The Field Of Extraordinary Ability Sustained National Or International Acclaim
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