Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Athletics (2011): the director denied the petition, concluding the petitioner
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Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding the petitioner failed to establish the beneficiary achieved 'sustained national or international acclaim' or that he is among the small percentage at the very top of his field as a gymnastics coach. The AAO upheld this decision and dismissed the appeal, finding the evidence submitted was insufficient to meet the high standard required for the O-1 classification.
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Receipt Of Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Employment In A Critical Or Essential Capacity Commanded A High Salary Or Other Remuneration
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