EB-1ASports and athleticsIndividualDecided October 2020Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
OCT142020_02B2203
AwardsMetMembershipMetPublished materialMetFinal meritsMet
Our summary
Track and field athlete met three evidentiary criteria: awards, membership on Olympic teams, and published media coverage. AAO found sustained national acclaim consistent with extraordinary ability at top of field. Appeal sustained.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Awards · Gold medal in championship event established as nationally recognized prize
- Membership · Olympic team membership requires outstanding achievements judged by international standards
- Published material · Widespread national media coverage of athletic achievements documented
- Final merits · Totality of evidence shows sustained national acclaim and place among elite in track and field
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Met | Gold medal in championship event established as nationally recognized prize |
 Membership | Met | Olympic team membership requires outstanding achievements judged by international standards |
 Published material | Met | Widespread national media coverage of athletic achievements documented |
 Final merits | Met | Totality of evidence shows sustained national acclaim and place among elite in track and field |
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