dismissed EB-1A Case: Sumo Wrestling
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the sustained national or international acclaim required for an alien of extraordinary ability. The director determined the petitioner did not provide evidence of a major, internationally recognized award, nor did they meet at least three of the alternate criteria. Specifically, the evidence for lesser awards was deemed insufficient as it pertained to amateur or youth competitions or was not supported by primary documentation from the event organizers.
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