Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Athletics (2011): did not establish the sustained national or international
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a tennis player, failed to establish the sustained national or international acclaim necessary to qualify for classification as an alien of extraordinary ability. The director determined, and the AAO agreed, that the petitioner had not provided sufficient evidence to demonstrate she had risen to the very top of her field.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations High Salary Or Other Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts
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