sustained EB-1A Case: Greco-Roman Wrestling Coach
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner established eligibility under at least three of the ten regulatory criteria. The AAO found the petitioner met the criteria for prizes or awards, original contributions of major significance, and playing a leading or critical role. In the final merits determination, the AAO concluded the petitioner is one of the small percentage at the top of his field, as evidenced by his work coaching elite athletes for international competitions and developing innovative techniques.
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