There were some terrible scenes at the ATP Tour finals in Turin as two spectators died during the second day of action.Reports from the Italian media claim both individuals were men in their 70s, and both were taken to the nearby Molinette hospital where resuscitation attempts failed.The elder gentleman fell ill during Fritz’s win over MusettiGettyThe first, a 70-year-old, fell ill at the Fan Village in Piazza d’Armi in the morning.The second, aged 78, was taken away during Taylor Fritz’s win over Lorenzo Musetti in the early afternoon at the Pala Alpitour Arena.Emergency responders attempted resuscitation on both occasions and the men were taken to hospital in critical condition where they sadly passed away.It was just the second day of action at the ATP Tour finals where home hero Jannik Sinner is battling with Carlos Alcaraz to end the year as world No.1.The ATP and the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation (FITP) released a statement on the deaths.It read: “The FITP and ATP express their deepest condolences following the tragic passing of two spectators today during the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin.“The two individuals, aged 70 and 78, had come to the Inalpi Arena to attend the matches. Both suffered sudden cardiac incidents at different times during the day.“On-site medical and emergency personnel responded immediately, providing all possible assistance.“Despite prompt intervention and subsequent transfer to hospital, unfortunately, both sadly passed away.“The FITP and ATP extend their heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the two spectators.”The ATP released a statement confirming the sad newsGettyThe tragedies overshadowed Alcaraz and Sinner’s battleGettyWhat’s at stake at the ATP Tour finals?All eyes are on the new ‘big two’ of tennis, Alcaraz and Sinner, who are battling to end the year as world No.1.The pair have won every major on offer throughout 2024 and 2025, with Spaniard Alcaraz claiming six overall to Sinner’s four.Alcaraz arrives in Turin as No.1, having struggled to hold onto the honour previously during the end of the season.There are 1500 ranking points up for grabs in Italy and should Alcaraz win all three of his round robin matches (200 points for each), Sinner will be unable to stop him finishing the year as No.1.Alternatively, Alcaraz needs to make the final to finish the job, even if he were to lose to Sinner in the showpiece.