Alcaraz Shines, Impressing Dimitrov; Darderi Out After Controversial Call

Following a spectacular shot by Carlos Alcaraz, the Bulgarian player Grigor Dimitrov extended a handshake in admiration. Meanwhile, the Italian player Luciano Darderi was eliminated in the third set against Rinky Hijikata. On match point, Darderi requested a ‘hindrance’ call due to perceived disturbance from the stands, but the umpire ultimately denied his appeal.