Talia Gibson vs Diana Shnaider Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | Second Round

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Talia Gibson meets Diana Shnaider in the second round in the 2026 Italian Open at the Foro Italico.

Ranking points: WTA 1000

Start date/time:

Venue: Foro Italico, Rome, Italy 

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

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Talia Gibson vs Diana Shnaider prediction

Talia Gibson overcame a mid-match wobble to see off Martina Trevisan and reach the second round in Rome.

The Aussie disappointed the home support as she defeated the Italian wildcard 6-4 0-6 6-3.

The world number 62 will now face Diana Shnaider for a second time.

The Russian beat the Gibson 3-6 7-5 6-3 at the Australian Open in January and has way more experience and form on clay, making this likely to go the way of the 19th seed.

Talia Gibson vs Diana Shnaider tip: Diana Shnaider to win