Three days after crashing in the women's Winter Olympic downhill in Cortina, Lindsey Vonn (USA) took to social media Wednesday to provide an encouraging update:

"I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful. 

"Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago. I’m making progress and while it is slow, I know I’ll be ok. 

"Thankful for all of the incredible medical staff, friends, family, who have been by my side and the beautiful outpouring of love and support from people around the world. 

"Also, huge congrats to my teammates and all of the Team USA athletes who are out there inspiring me and giving me something to cheer for. ❤️🤍💙"

Vonn underwent three surgeries to fix a complex tibia fracture that she sustained during Sunday's crash. The gold medalist hooked a gate early in her run, causing her spin around in the air and hit the compact snow hard. 

A course hold was put into place, during which time the 41 year-old was airlifted off the piste to receive further medical attention. 

Vonn tore her ACL a week before the Olympic downhill at a World Cup event in Crans Montana, Switzerland, but felt strong enough to compete in her fifth and final Winter Games in a place she considers home: Cortina.

The outcome was a heartbreaking one, but it's nice to see that Vonn's surgeries were successful and that she's on the mend.