dismissed
O-1A
dismissed O-1A Case: Martial Arts
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary's acclaimed career as a competitive athlete, which ended over a decade prior, has been sustained in his current capacity as a coach. The evidence provided, such as coaching certificates and the achievements of his alleged students, was found insufficient to demonstrate that he has maintained a level of extraordinary ability at the very top of his field.
Criteria Discussed
Major, Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence Sustained National Or International Acclaim
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