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LONDON -- Novak Djokovic is a fan of the round-robin format in tennis, and he would even like to see it used at the Olympics and the Davis Cup.Djokovic, who is chasing the year-end No. 1 ranking this week at the season-ending tournament, praised the system at the ATP finals, where players can lose a match in the first round and still advance to the semifinals.I think this format is exciting, Djokovic said Thursday after winning his third straight match at the ATP finals. I mean, look, its the only tournament in the year that we have this kind of format. I like playing in the round-robin system.Djokovic, who lost to eventual silver medalist Juan Martin del Potro in the first round at the Rio de Janeiro Games, then said he thinks the format could be used at the Olympics.I guess you play more matches, said Djokovic, who won a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. The people like to see the top players being at least for a couple matches, two, three matches, in the tournament. It gives more value to the event.Djokovic also criticized the Davis Cup, a team tournament spread out through the year. He proposed condensing it to make it easier on the top players.Once a year ... two weeks, have a round-robin format, Djokovic said. Have teams play in different locations, then come together in one location and play a knock-out stage, quarterfinals, semifinals, final four, whatever.Its a no-brainer. Im not the only one to have this kind of opinion about it. Many of the players have been talking about this format and the schedule, top players especially.Djokovic also said the three-day, best-of-five set system could be cut to two days and best-of-three matches. But he said the International Tennis Federation hasnt been receptive to change.The only thing that they wanted to change is the neutral final, I think for next year or the year after that ... nobody agrees with that, Djokovic said. 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Barcelona hosts third-division side Cartagena in the return leg of their round-of-32 tie after winning their first meeting 4-1.KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Alabama wouldnt allow Tennessee to produce another comeback.Jalen Hurts and Bo Scarbrough each rushed for over 100 yards Saturday and No. 1 Alabama again got points from its defense and special teams in a 49-10 blowout of No. 9 Tennessee.It was the most lopsided victory by either team in this rivalry since a 51-0 Alabama victory in 1906.This is as proud of our team as Ive been all year long in terms of playing a complete game against a very good team, especially in a tough environment, Alabama coach Nick Saban said.Tennessee (5-2, 2-2 SEC) had erased double-digit deficits in five of its first six games -- including a 45-38 loss at Texas A&M last week in which it forced overtime after trailing 28-7 -- but the Volunteers couldnt deliver a similar rally this time.Alabama (7-0, 4-0) instead had college footballs cardiac kids dead and buried by the end of the third quarter. The Crimson Tide capitalized on the injury issues that have decimated Tennessees depth chart.That was our goal coming in, to score fast and get them tired, Alabama tight end O.J. Howard. I think it worked.Alabama earned its 19th straight victory overall and its 10th consecutive win in this annual series. Tennessee has lost its last 13 games against Southeastern Conference Western Division schools.Hurts, the Crimson Tides freshman quarterback, ran for 132 yards and three touchdowns as Alabama outrushed Tennessee 438-32. Scarborough rushed for 109 yards on just five carries, including an 85-yard touchdown.They did an exceptional job tonight, Tennessee safety Todd Kelly Jr. said. They executed and we didnt, at the end of the day.The Tide also scored on Ronnie Harrisons 58-yard interception return and Eddie Jacksons 79-yard punt return. Alabama has 11 non-offensive touchdowns this season, including eight from its defense. The Tide entered the day leading all Football Bowl Subdivision teams in both categories.Its very contagious, Alabama defensive end Jonathan Allen said. When one (player) gets one, we always want another one. Thats our goal. We always want one more, one more.Tennessee was playing a ranked opponnent for the fourth straight week, a stretch that has taken a physical toll.ddddddddddddInjuries limited the Vols defense to such an extent that linebacker Elliott Berry, cornerback Baylen Buchanan and defensive tackle Kahlil McKenzie made their first career starts. McKenzie left in the first quarter after he appeared to hurt his shoulder.On offense, injuries sidelined guard Jashon Robertson and center Dylan Wiesman for the entire game and knocked out Brett Kendrick in the first quarter. The only starting lineman from last weeks loss to Texas A&M who played the majority of Saturdays game was right guard Jack Jones.Usually when you have a run on injuries, it usually affects one position group, two position groups, Tennessee coach Butch Jones said. Its affected every position group.THE TAKEAWAYThis game showcased the versatility of Alabamas rushing attack as the Tide threatened to have three 100-yard rushers in one game. Damien Harris rushed for 94 yards on 14 carries.Alabamas defense arguably was even more impressive as it suffocated a Tennessee offense that had gained 684 yards against Texas A&M one week earlier.Tennessee: The Vols off week comes at an ideal time as they attempt to get healthier. Even in a loss, Derek Barnett showed why he belongs in any conversation of the nations top defensive players. Barnett recorded a sack and forced a fumble to set up Tennessees lone touchdown and later had his first career interception.POLL IMPLICATIONSAlabama will certainly maintain its No. 1 ranking after this impressive victory. The question is how far Tennessee will drop after losing its second straight. The Vols will be out of the top 10. Will they stay in the top 15- or top 20?NUMBERS GAMEAlabama gained 8.9 yards per carry. Tennessee had 1 yard per carry. ... Alabama outgained Tennessee 594-163.UP NEXTAlabama: In its third straight game against a ranked team, Alabama hosts No. 6 Texas A&M.Tennessee: The Vols have the week off before visiting South Carolina on Oct. 29. ' ' '