Gabriel Diallo vs Alex Molcan Preview & Prediction | 2026 Tiriac Open | Round of 16

Click here for today’s sports betting tips from our expert analysts!

Gabriel Diallo begins his campaign in Bucharest against Alex Molcan.

Ranking points: ATP 250

Start date/time:

Venue: Centrul National de Tenis, Bucharest, Romania

Surface: Outdoor clay

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Gabriel Diallo vs Alex Molcan ticket information

Gabriel Diallo vs Alex Molcan prediction

Gabriel Diallo’s season has not got off to a strong start, and he is yet to make it past the third-round of any tournament so far in 2026. He did win two matches at Indian Wells, including a battling three set win over Andrey Rublev, but his run ended against compatriot Felix Auger-Aliassime. He then competed in Miami but only made the second-round as he was defeated by Ugo Humbert in straight sets.

Diallo is the top seed at this event, and he will target a deep run after a difficult season for the most part so far. He goes up against Alex Molcan after receiving a bye. Molcan comfortably defeated Matteo Arnaldi in straight sets to book a meeting with Diallo. He won seven games in a row at one point as he cruised to a 6-3 6-1 win.

This is a match that Diallo should be winning in comfortable fashion against the world number 189. 

Gabriel Diallo vs Alex Molcan tip: Gabriel Diallo to win 2-0