EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided 2018Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
FEB272018_02B2203
AwardsNot metLeading or critical roleNot metOriginal contributionsNot metPublished materialNot met
Our summary
Table tennis player sought extraordinary ability classification in athletics. Met only one criterion and failed to establish three minimum criteria required. Record lacked sufficient documentary evidence of national or international recognition, original contributions, or leadership role.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Photographs of trophies and medals lacked documentation of national or international recognition
- Leading or critical role · No evidence differentiating petitioner or showing substantial importance to organization
- Original contributions · Trophies and recommendation letters insufficient to show original contributions of major significance
- Published material · Single article with unidentified author and non-qualifying publication
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Photographs of trophies and medals lacked documentation of national or international recognition |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | No evidence differentiating petitioner or showing substantial importance to organization |
 Original contributions | Not met | Trophies and recommendation letters insufficient to show original contributions of major significance |
 Published material | Not met | Single article with unidentified author and non-qualifying publication |
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