Paris, Aug. 29 -- Spanish superstar Carlos Alcaraz overcame a mid-match wobble during his third-round US Open clash, but regained his rhythm just in time to send Luciano Darderi packing from the competition on Friday.

Alcaraz secured a victory by 6-2, 6-4, 6-0, making it to the fourth round.

Leading by a set and 4-1 in the second set, Alcaraz lost his serve and was pulled into an intense second-set battle. During the exchange of rallies, he appeared to have landed awkwardly after a serve. The 22-year-old sought some medical attention while leading at 5-4 for his right knee, but dominated the next seven games to gain control and win the match within one hour and 44 minutes.

Speaking after the match, he said, as quoted by ATP's official ...