CARSON CITY, Nev. -- A plan to help build a stadium for the Oakland Athletics in Las Vegas is in flux after Nevada lawmakers adjourned their four-month legislative session.

The future of the contentious bill is now uncertain after the Legislature did not advance it before the midnight deadline as Monday turned to Tuesday. The proposal could potentially be considered in a special legislative session at a date to be determined later, where lawmakers would later vote on it.

Lawmakers also failed to pass one of the five major budget bills that included over $1 billion to fund capital improvement projects that fund state public works and construction, which would also likely be considered for a special session.

In a statement overnight, Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo said he would call a special session later Tuesday morning, where he would set the agenda for legislative priorities.

Now, the timeline is murky for a bill that has revived the national debate over public funding for private sports stadiums -- a measure that could add to Las Vegas' growing sports scene amid concerns and skepticism among economists about minimal benefits for a hefty public price tag.

The A's reached an agreement with Bally's and Gaming & Leisure Properties to build a potential stadium along the Las Vegas Strip last month. A's president Dave Kaval has said he hopes to break ground next year and open in time for the 2027 season.

The Athletics have a lease at Oakland Coliseum through 2024 and could play the 2025 and '26 seasons at Las Vegas Ballpark, home to their Triple-A affiliate.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has said a vote on the A's move to Las Vegas could take place when owners meet June 13-15 in New York.

The bulk of the public funding for the $1.5 billion retractable roof stadium would come from $380 million in public assistance, partly through $180 million in transferable tax credits and $120 million in county bonds -- taxpayer-backed loans to help finance projects and a special tax district around the stadium. Backers have pledged the district will generate enough money to pay off those bonds and interest.

The A's would not owe property taxes for the publicly owned stadium and Clark County, which includes Las Vegas, also would contribute $25 million in credit toward infrastructure costs.

The A's had been looking for a new home for years to replace the outdated and run-down Oakland Coliseum, where the team has played since arriving from Kansas City for the 1968 season. It is averaging less than 9,500 fans at home this season, by far the lowest among the 30 teams.

The team had been in negotiations with the city of Oakland to build a stadium on the waterfront but switched the focus entirely to Las Vegas in April.

Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.

Olympic gold medallist takes on Commonwealth champion on July 23 at the Olympic Stadium

Sifan Hassan and Eilish McColgan will go head-to-head over 5000m at the Diamond League in London on Sunday July 23. The mouth-watering clash is the latest news from organisers who have already announced that British athletes like Jake Wightman, Keely Hodgkinson, Jazmin Sawyers and Dina Asher-Smith are set to compete, plus international stars like Femke Bol, Ryan Crouser and Grant Holloway.

McColgan will have to be at the top of her game, though, if she wants to stretch Olympic 5000m and 10,000m champion Hassan. While the Dutchwoman won the London Marathon in April and has got back into winning ways on the track in recent days with 1500m and 10,000m wins at the FBK Games in Hengelo, McColgan had to withdraw from London with a knee injury and has spent much of the time since cross-training as the injury slowly heals.

Hassan, who won the inaugural Millicent Fawcett Mile in London five years ago, said: “I am excited to be racing on the track in London once again. I had a great performance on the roads of London earlier this year, and I enjoyed the support of the crowds on the streets, so I hope we experience another great atmosphere in the London Stadium in July.

“I am making the transition from the road back to the track and was very pleased with my first races. So, I am really looking forward to seeing what I can show in a 5000m.”

McColgan won 10,000m gold and 5000m silver at the Commonwealth Games last year plus 10,000m silver and 5000m bronze at the European Championships, whereas she has broken British records in recent years at everything from 5000m to half-marathon.

She said: “It is always special to race in front of a home crowd, and I was lucky enough to experience that twice at the Commonwealth Games last year. I know the huge boost their encouragement gives to the British athletes, so I am very excited to be racing in the 5000m race next month.

“I have no doubt it will be a hugely competitive race, and it will be a real highlight for those coming to watch us on the day. I am really looking forward to testing myself against a very strong field.”

Karolina Muchova reached her first French Open semi-final with a straight-set victory over former finalist Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.

She edged a tense, hour-long opening set that featured five breaks of serve before winning the second comfortably.

Muchova will face the winner of Tuesday's second quarter-final in Paris between Elina Svitolina and world number two Aryna Sabalenka.

Pavyluchenkova, who has dropped to 333 in the world after a serious knee injury last year, reached the final at Roland Garros in 2021, losing to Barbora Krejcikova.

Her hopes of repeating that run were ended by a fine display from Muchova, 26, who broke the Russian's serve five times.

"It's been an incredible two weeks and I'm just glad I'm still in the competition," Muchova said in her on-court interview.

An app that helps identify and manage concussion in grassroots and school sport is set to be scrutinised in a two-year government-backed trial.

It allows users to record and manage head injuries, suspected concussions and other sports-related injuries.

That information can then be shared instantly with all relevant parties.

The app has been well received in initial trials, and sports minister Stuart Andrew said: "I would encourage organisations to get involved."

In April, the government announced UK-wide concussion guidelines for grassroots sport aimed at parents, coaches, referees and players.

The data from the app trial will help test whether those guidelines - with the mantra 'if in doubt, sit it out' - are effective.

The NHS and many sports authorities have not routinely collected data on the number of concussions in grassroots sport.

Brain injury charity Headway estimates 1.4 million people attend A&E in England and Wales with some type of head injury each year, with 95% of those classed as mild.

Andy Hunt, who headed Team GB at the London 2012 Olympics, said data on concussion in grassroots sport had been limited because it was always considered too difficult to co-ordinate and collate.

Hunt - now chief executive of Podium Analytics, which designed the app - said: "We want to do this because we want to make sport safer and we want to give kids the opportunity to participate in sport for the rest of their lives.

"Hopefully it will lead to great science that will help to solve some of these issues that are not fixed. Concussion is a massive issue and we need to massively improve our understanding.

"We want parents, we want coaches, we want volunteers, we want teachers to know what to do and how to manage the new UK concussion guidelines."

Andrew said sport was "vital" to physical and mental wellbeing and it was "crucial" to prioritise safety for all involved.

"Technology has an important role to play in tracking and measuring the incidence of concussion at a grassroots level," he added.

What is concussion?

Concussion - a traumatic brain injury affecting mental function - can alter the way someone thinks, feels and remembers things.

Only about 10% result in being knocked out and losing consciousness.

Effects are usually temporary and most people recover fully with rest.

Podium Analytics is part-funded by CVC Capital Partners - the private equity firm which has been a major investor in many sports including football, Formula 1, rugby union and tennis.

The free app includes a head-injury tool with a traffic-light system to automatically notify users of a player's availability to train or play during and after the new minimum 21-day return-to-play period following a concussion.

Some critics have argued there should be complete separation of 'big sport' interests from scientific research into concussion.

"It means staff are aware of it and students value the significance of looking after themselves after a concussion and start to understand what the injury is," said Phil Beaumont - director of rugby at Northampton School for Boys, the recently crowned England Under-15 schools champions.

"It used to be a taboo subject, and now they're realising they do need to sit out to recover gradually.

"You can't see concussion and we therefore have to err on the side of caution. Having parents on board to track that, as well and having the stages clearly identified so all the coaches know what's next in that process, is crucial."

Sources have told ESPN that UEFA is not unhappy with the performance of referee Anthony Taylor in the Europa League final, after reports in Italy claimed his display was to be investigated by European football's governing body.

Sevilla beat AS Roma on penalties to win the competition, after the game had finished as a 1-1 draw.

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Roma were most incensed by a number of decisions, including the failure to award a penalty against Fernando for handball in the 81st minute. Taylor indicated that the Sevilla player had his arm by his side when it was struck by the ball, and that was supported by the VAR, Stuart Attwell.

Taylor had also awarded a penalty to Sevilla in the 75th after Roger Ibanez was brought down in the box by Lucas Ocampos, but that was overturned by the VAR as the Roma defender won the ball.

It was reported that Roberto Rosetti, the chairman of the UEFA referees' committee, was critical of Taylor, and UEFA believed his performance was below the level required for a European final. But sources have told ESPN this is untrue, and there is no suggestion the Premier League referee will no longer be considered for big matches. On the contrary, his performance is only being questioned in Italy.

Roma reacted very badly to their defeat in Budapest, with coach Jose Mourinho charged with using abusive language against a match official by UEFA after he was filmed yelling expletives at Taylor outside the Puskas Arena.

Taylor was then harassed by Roma fans at the airport, with videos showing fans directing insults and throwing a chair in his direction as he and his family were escorted away by security.

Tottenham have confirmed Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach on a four-year contract.

The 57-year-old will start work on July 1, when the former Celtic boss will become the first Australian to manage in the Premier League.

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Chairman Daniel Levy said in a statement: "Ange brings a positive mentality and a fast, attacking style of play. He has a strong track record of developing players and an understanding of the importance of the link from the academy -- everything that is important to our club. We are excited to have Ange join us as we prepare for the season ahead."

ESPN reported on Thursday that Spurs were expected to approach Celtic over a move for Postecoglou and talks progressed quickly on Monday after he expressed a desire to manage in England.

Initial indications were that Postecoglou would sign a shorter contract and the four-year deal is a statement of intent from both parties at the end of a 72-day search for Antonio Conte's successor.

Levy initially appointed Conte's assistant Cristian Stellini as interim boss but he lasted just two matches with April's 6-1 thrashing at Newcastle United triggering another change with 31-year-old Ryan Mason placed in charge until the end of the season.

Although Mason publicly said he was interested in taking the job on a permanent basis, Spurs focused their search on external candidates and held initial talks with Julian Nagelsmann.

However, Tottenham quickly distanced themselves from any serious interest in the former Bayern Munich coach and instead discussed the position with other candidates including Luis Enrique and Feyenoord's Arne Slot.

Spurs were dealt a significant blow when both Slot rejected an approach to sign a new deal at Feyenoord just days after the club's general manager Dennis te Kloese told ESPN Netherlands' morning show "Goedemorgen Eredivisie" that he had rejected an offer to become Tottenham's sporting director.

However, the club quickly turned their attention to Postecoglou, who secured Celtic's eighth domestic treble in its history with a 3-1 win over Inverness Caledonian Thistle in Saturday's Scottish Cup Final. Postecoglou has won five of the six trophies available since joining the club from Japanese side Yokohama F. Marinos.

Postecoglou, who was born in Greece but grew up in Australia where he later managed the Socceroos for four years, was on a 12-month rolling contract at Celtic and would therefore be free to move this summer without the Scottish club owed any compensation.

The last time Real Madrid were this shocked by a departure they made a right mess of coping with it. And don't be under any illusion, Madrid thought Karim Benzema, easily one of the top three or four footballers ever to have worn Los Blancos' world-famous shirt and badge, was staying with them for at least another season. This isn't a departure they were prepared for.

Thursday morning's Marca, Madrid's football paper of choice, dedicated its front page, and seven inside pages, to the fact that the man to whom they were giving their "Legend" award, was definitely staying.

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The Frenchman told Marca, when asked about speculation that he might move to Saudi Arabia: "The internet's been talking about my future but the internet isn't reality. I enjoy every single day at Madrid, every single training session. There's no other club in the world like Madrid and no stadium like the Bernabeu."

"The Legend Continues" was the big, splash, headline. None of that happened without Madrid's blessing. They, too, thought that this issue could be addressed towards the end of his contract -- in a year's time.

So: the last time Los Blancos were caught out this badly? Well, it was in 2018 when another French legend, Zinedine Zidane, quit his position less than a week after coaching Madrid to their 13th (and third consecutive) Champions League trophy -- in Kiev with that 3-1 victory over Liverpool. Zidane mulled on his surprise decision for a couple of days, told Florentino Perez, refused to listen to the normally persuasive Bernabeu president, and they gave a joint news conference -- the president failing to disguise his annoyance. His face looked like he was chewing a wasp.

Faced with an unexpected dilemma, they tapped the shoulder of Spain manager Julen Lopetegui, agreed a quick deal to begin in late July, announced it before La Roja's first World Cup 2018 game against Portugal, and the Spanish FA sacked Lopetegui before a ball was kicked in Russia.

Lopetegui -- who was never the right personality for that club, that president, that fan base or that deeply demanding media -- lasted until October of his first season. Precisely 14 competitive matches. He was replaced by Santi Solari who lasted until March. Not until Zidane was persuaded to return in March 2019 was the ship forced back on to the right path.

But the cost of being badly caught out, and then misjudging what to do, was high. Madrid were beaten at home 4-1 by Ajax in the Champions League round of 16, beaten 3-0 at home by Barcelona in the Copa del Rey semifinal, and trailed home third in LaLiga by a 19-point margin.

You're right -- manager and principal striker aren't identical problems. There can only be one of the former, the market is smaller and the latter's departure could, feasibly, be compensated for by two or three signings. But the underlying threat is similar. When Madrid are strategic, when they are ahead of the game, they show brilliance of deal making -- Vinicius, Rodrygo, Fede Valverde, Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga were all shrewd signings, while Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba joined on frees from Chelsea and Bayern, respectively.

This time they don't have that advantage.

Nor is it irrelevant that Marco Asensio is leaving, for free, at the same time. That these two prodigiously talented men, plus Mariano and Eden Hazard, are all off the wage bill is a €75m boost for Madrid's Financial Fair Play profile as far as LaLiga is concerned. They have fiscal muscle -- the power to buy, and salary, ambitiously. But the loss is huge -- in the last two seasons Asensio and Benzema contributed 139 goals and assists. A lot to replace. And Madrid can't afford to botch it up like they did when Zidane left suddenly.

We can take it that the smoke signals indicating that striker Joselu will move from Espanyol to Madrid are true. And Los Blancos, still reigning world champions, will enjoy this clever professional as a squad man. Joselu is 33 years old, has one European goal, two international goals and just registered his highest LaLiga total --16. Good as he is, his signing cannot be the solution to the problem suddenly staring Madrid in the face.

Partly, they're in a bind because of two fabulous players and a couple of human sins -- lust and the fury of rejection. The two players are Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. The former has turned Madrid down three times now -- the last being the most spectacular. It's not only Perez who has a hard time swallowing that behaviour. Los Blancos' magnificent history means that their fans, and media, are within their rights to feel a trifle haughty.

Even though Mbappe is scheduled to be a free agent in a year and is someone Real Madrid have coveted since he was a kid, it's not a simple process for Perez to get over the idea that he consistently chose the big bucks at PSG over the last two invitations he had to come and join the world's most successful club. Madrid know he's right for them, in football terms. But should they swallow their pride? Should they (could they?) wait a year for him?

Then there's the other object of their fascination, Haaland. Someone in a position of influence at Madrid has consistently been briefing the city's two big football newspapers that they expect to persuade the astonishing 22-year-old Norwegian to join them soon. It may be a figment of Madrid's imagination. They may be misinformed. But they think they'll be able to winkle him out of Manchester City.

Honestly, I doubt that's happening any time soon -- but it's my job to tell you how Madrid look at things. What they think their options are. And, frankly, if Madrid have stunned us in one particular way during the entirety of Perez's near quarter-century reign, it's been in concluding transfer deals which nobody else thought were feasible.

Bringing us to Harry Kane. Yes, you're right, Madrid could try to scratch a different itch (than Mbappe) and make PSG an offer for Neymar. Like Mbappe, Madrid so nearly had Neymar on their books -- only to be controversially thwarted by Barcelona. Although Neymar hasn't looked after himself particularly well, his time at PSG has brought 145 goals in fewer than 170 matches. The candle's flame may dim sooner than it should with Neymar but, right now, he's still an exceptional talent, and partnering him with Vinicius and Rodrygo must have some attraction for Perez.

Kane, though, is one that Madrid have studied long and hard. Not many people list this as one of the England captain's badges of honour -- but he's not unlike Benzema.

Okay, the Frenchman has won infinitely more in his career -- for club and country. But one of the things Madrid are losing is his stunning ability to play either as a clever, hard-to-pin down, inventive, creative and sublimely skilled No. 10 or as an out-and-out, old-style No. 9. They sometimes call him a "nine-and-a-half" in Spain for that very reason.

Kane has some of those magic beans. While the 29-year-old, who's out of contract in a year, is better known for his marvellous goal stats, one part of his terrific partnership with Son Heung-Min stems from Kane's ability to drop deep, into a No. 10-style position, and link play brilliantly.

The Londoner, who has 350 goals for club and country, is blessed with tremendous technique, vision and football intelligence. It would be infantile to say he's a Benzema replica -- we're talking about one of the all-time European greats. But Kane has been drawing the admiring gaze of Perez for many months. The question now is whether the Spanish billionaire fancies getting into another tortuous round of negotiations with his Spurs counterpart, Daniel Levy.

He swore he wouldn't. After the blood, sweat and tears it cost him to prise Luka Modric, and then Gareth Bale, out of Spurs, the Madrid president vowed not to get around a negotiating table with Levy again. Might be time for a change of heart?

People can throw in candidates such as Kai Havertz (a stylish player with a highest league return of 17 goals, four years ago, and a best of eight in a season since moving to Chelsea), Romelu Lukaku or the prolific Victor Osimhen. Madrid could even make a cheeky offer to Lionel Messi -- they've made several before!

But the fact remains: Benzema, following the important loss of Casemiro last season, is a departure that Madrid aren't equipped to deal with. The heat is on, and they have to react with brilliance and intelligence rather than pure speed. A description which fits the departing French magician rather well too. Brilliance and intelligence, rather than pure speed, whenever the heat was on.

Worcester Warriors Women's sixth-place finish in the Premier 15s, in a season that saw the club's future threatened, is testament to the squad's resilience, says director of rugby Jo Yapp.

Earlier in the season, the women's side were suspended from playing after the club went into administration.

"I'd have taken sixth in October when we weren't in the league," Yapp said.

"We'd all lost our contracts and to finish the season sixth is just testament to the players and staff we've got - they're such a resilient bunch and I think that showed in the Harlequins game," Yapp told BBC Hereford and Worcester.

The result saw Warriors finish eight points clear of Sale - the other club who, like Worcester, were originally left out of the initial group of eight clubs given a place in the top flight for next season in December.

Two months earlier, the side had been suspended from playing following the financial collapse at Sixways that saw the players' contracts cancelled and the club placed into administration.

However, after funding was secured for the women's side to continue and become independent from the men, they were given permission from the Rugby Football Union to take their place this term.

With that funding now in place for the long term with local sports management business Cube International, Warriors were awarded their top-flight spot for 2023-24 in March.

Yapp knows, although the future of the men's team is still unclear despite its sale to the Atlas Group, the women are still flying the flag for Warriors at Sixways.

"I appreciate the men aren't here at the moment but we are and so we want people to come and support us because everyone appreciates it," she said.

"We've kept going through all of this. There's still a Warriors team here and that's what we've been saying. You can still come and watch top-class rugby.

"This is what we want to build on next season. We want every game to be an event and get the crowd behind us - the crowd makes a massive difference."

Fundraising campaign 'going well'

There are still some hurdles for the club to overcome ahead of the new campaign with £50,000 needed to keep the side going over the summer before the new funding kicks in.

Yapp says the club's fundraising campaign is "going well" after a "tough season mentally and emotionally" adding: "We had a lot of people say they want to support us financially - the community do want to get behind us and this is an opportunity for them to do it."