Remanded
O-1A
O-1A Remanded — Equestrian Athletics (2024): the decision was remanded because the Director improperly
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Decision Summary
The decision was remanded because the Director improperly concluded that the Beneficiary's occupation as a showjumping horse groom was not within the field of "athletics." This error tainted the review of the petitioner's request for comparable evidence. The Director also failed to provide a sufficient explanation for denying the criterion related to the Beneficiary serving in a critical or essential capacity for distinguished organizations.
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Prizes Or Awards For Excellence Published Material About The Beneficiary Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Comparable Evidence
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