Carlos Alcaraz did not have it all his own way against Dan Evans but ultimately prevailed in an entertaining four-set contest to reach the fourth round of the US Open.
Novak Djokovic nearly came unstuck in spectacular fashion against World No 38 Laslo Djere at the US Open on Friday, before a terrific fightback saved the day.
Czech qualifier Jakub Mensik did not have a very happy 18th birthday at the US Open as he was crushed by Taylor Fritz in straight sets.
Top seed Iga Swiatek made short work of her friend Kaja Juvan on Louis Armstrong Court at the US Open on Friday.
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz chalked up another straight-set win to cruise into the third round at the US Open.
Jessica Pegula and Elina Svitolina advanced to the third round of the US Open at Flushing Meadows on Thursday night.