sustained EB-1A Case: Athletics
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition because the petitioner allegedly failed to demonstrate he would continue to work in his field in the United States. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding that the petitioner did establish extraordinary ability by meeting at least four regulatory criteria and that evidence such as a personal statement, letters from his coach, and multiple sponsorship agreements proved his intent to continue training and competing in the U.S.
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