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, 41, underwent three surgeries to fix a complex tibia fracture that she sustained during Sunday's crash. She hooked a gate early in her run, causing her to spin around in the air and land hard on the compact snow.

A course hold was put into place, during which time the American skier 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.

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