Westmont native Tori Franklin became the first U.S. woman to medal in the triple jump at the track and field world championships, leaping to bronze Monday with a fifth attempt of 14.72 meters. Reigning Olympic champion Yulimar Rojas of Venezuela won her third consecutive world title with a jump of 15.47 meters, while Jamaica’s Shanieka Ricketts won her second straight silver at 14.89. The competition is being held in Eugene, Ore. Franklin’s historic finish marked a dramatic comeback for the Downers Grove South graduate, who spoke openly about her mental health struggles after she failed to rea…
