Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Taekwondo (2006): did not establish the beneficiary possesses sustained
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses sustained national or international acclaim at the very top of the field. The petitioner did not provide sufficient documentary evidence to corroborate that the beneficiary's awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence. The submitted citations were for service and contribution, not for excellence in competition.
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Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement
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