United States' Lindsey Vonn crashes during an alpine ski women's downhill race, at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)2026-02-11T18:09:33Z CORTINA DAMPEZZO, Italy (AP) Lindsey Vonn had a successful third surgery on her broken left leg following her downhill crash at the Olympics, the American skier said WednesdayVonn posted an update on Instagram that included photos of her giving a thumbs up sign in her hospital bed with a metal frame attached to her leg.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. Im making progress and while it is slow, I know Ill be ok.The 41-year-old Vonn crashed 13 seconds into her run during Sundays 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.Vonns 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.___AP Winter Olympics: https://apnews.com/hub/milan-cortina-2026-winter-olympics ANDREW DAMPF Dampf has been a Rome-based sports writer at The AP for over 20 years, covering soccer, tennis, Alpine skiing and many other events in Italy and beyond, including five soccer World Cups. The Milan-Cortina Games will mark the 10th Olympics that he has reported from. twitter