Approximately 5,000 people participated in a protest march in Milan on Saturday against the recently inaugurated Winter Olympic Games. The protest was organized by the 'Sustainable Olympics Committee' (COI), which is a coalition of student groups, anti-capitalist organizations, and environmental activists established in Milan. Demonstrators marched through the city but deliberately avoided areas set up for Olympic events, reinforcing their position against the implications of hosting such large-scale competitions. The march stretched for about four kilometers, starting from the Porta Romana neighborhood and ending in Corvetto. Participants carried a prominent banner stating, 'Reclaim the cities, free the mountains,' highlighting their demands for greater environmental responsibility and urban justice. Many protesters also carried cardboard trees as symbols of their environmental concerns, emphasizing the potential negative impacts of the Winter Olympics on both the local community and natural landscapes. The protest reflects growing unease over the sustainability of hosting major sporting events like the Olympics, particularly in light of environmental degradation and economic inequalities that they may exacerbate. As global awareness of climate change continues to rise, movements like the one in Milan may increasingly influence public discourse and policy regarding large-scale events, challenging the traditional narrative that often surrounds such prestigious competitions.