dismissed O-1A Case: Synchronized Swimming
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary, a synchronized swimming coach, has sustained national or international acclaim. The evidence for her alleged past athletic awards was insufficient and not recent enough to show sustained acclaim. Additionally, the achievements of the athletes she coached were not proven to be from major, internationally recognized competitions, and her membership in a judging association was at the lowest level, not requiring outstanding achievement.
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