Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Taekwondo (2009): the initial petition was approved but later revoked by the
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Decision Summary
The initial petition was approved but later revoked by the director who determined the approval was a 'gross error.' The director found the evidence insufficient to establish that the beneficiary qualified as an alien with extraordinary ability in athletics. The AAO dismissed the appeal, agreeing that the petition was properly revoked as the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary was among the very small percentage at the top of his field.
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Receipt Of A Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material About The Alien
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