EB-1ASports and athleticsEmployerDecided 2007Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Apr302007_01B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metPublished materialNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Gladiator athlete sought extraordinary ability classification. AAO upheld denial finding insufficient primary evidence of awards, non-qualifying membership, and articles lacking national or international reach; expert letter opinions cannot form cornerstone of claim.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Completion of obstacle course faster than other women insufficient; lacks evidence of nationally or internationally recognized prize
- Membership · Television show appearance does not establish membership in association requiring outstanding achievement by recognized experts
- Published material · Submitted materials lack evidence of national or international circulation; promotional content insufficient
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to meet at least three regulatory criteria; lacks sustained national or international acclaim
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Completion of obstacle course faster than other women insufficient; lacks evidence of nationally or internationally recognized prize |
 Membership | Not met | Television show appearance does not establish membership in association requiring outstanding achievement by recognized experts |
 Published material | Not met | Submitted materials lack evidence of national or international circulation; promotional content insufficient |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to meet at least three regulatory criteria; lacks sustained national or international acclaim |
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