dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Chess
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his 'International Master' title qualifies as a major, internationally recognized award. The AAO reasoned that this title is a ranking achieved through tournament results rather than a singular award, and that a higher title ('Grandmaster') exists, indicating the petitioner has not risen to the very top of the field.
Criteria Discussed
Major, Internationally Recognized Award
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