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CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — Lindsey Vonn announced that her third surgery on her fractured left leg was deemed “successful” after an unfortunate downhill accident at the Olympics. The American skier shared the update on Wednesday.
Vonn took to Instagram to share her progress, posting photos that showed her in a hospital bed with a metallic frame supporting her leg, along with a reassuring thumbs up gesture.
“I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful. Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago,” Vonn said. “I’m making progress and while it is slow, I know I’ll be ok.”
The 41-year-old Vonn crashed 13 seconds into her run during Sunday’s race at the Milan Cortina Games and was airlifted off the course by helicopter. She said late Monday she had suffered a “complex tibia fracture that is currently stable but will require multiple surgeries to fix properly.”
Vonn’s father, Alan Kildow, told The Associated Press on Monday that she is surrounded by family “at all times” at the hospital in Treviso where she is being treated.
“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,” Vonn added. “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.”