EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided August 2022Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG312022_01B2203
AwardsNot metOriginal contributionsNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A rhythmic gymnast sought extraordinary ability classification under EB-1A. She claimed three criteria: lesser awards, published material, and original contributions. The AAO affirmed denial, finding she did not meet any criterion because her awards lacked documented national or international recognition, her media coverage was insufficient, and she presented no evidence of original contributions of major significance.
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Submitted certificates do not evidence nationally or internationally recognized awards in rhythmic gymnastics
- Original contributions · No evidence of original contributions of major significance to field
- Published material · Evidence of published material about petitioner in major media not sufficiently established
- Final merits · Petitioner has not demonstrated sustained national or international acclaim or place among small percentage at top
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Submitted certificates do not evidence nationally or internationally recognized awards in rhythmic gymnastics |
 Original contributions | Not met | No evidence of original contributions of major significance to field |
 Published material | Not met | Evidence of published material about petitioner in major media not sufficiently established |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner has not demonstrated sustained national or international acclaim or place among small percentage at top |
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