Sydney McLaughlin crosses the finish line to set a new world record in the women’s 400 meter hurdles at the U.S. outdoor track and field championships in June in Eugene, Ore. McLaughlin is expected to be one of the featured performers in the first world championships on U.S. soil starting Friday in Eugene. CHRIS PIETSCH/THE REGISTER-GUARD/AP
By Eddie Pells and Pat Graham AP Sports Writers EUGENE, Ore. — Most runners, throwers and jumpers at the upcoming world championships only need look…