Written by Simon Bale
Simon Bale is the publisher of Golf Today. A low single-figure handicap golfer, he was previously a major shareholder and course reviewer for Top100GolfCourses.com for over a decade, starting in 2010. Through this role, he developed extensive knowledge of golf course design and architecture while playing more than 300 courses worldwide.
Simon is also the founder of Media Drive, a leading digital golf marketing agency which he successfully directed from 2008 to 2024.
As a longterm student of the game, Simon takes an analytical approach to both equipment technology and swing mechanics—insights sharpened by two years working in a pro shop under the guidance of experienced professional, Rae Sargent, alongside 15 years in golf course and equipment marketing. His deep understanding of the elite and professional game is further reinforced by his role as the father of elite-level Surrey county player Henry Bale, and by the strategic partnerships he forged with the PGA Tour and DP World Tour (DPWT) throughout his career at Media Drive.
He has now turned his full attention to covering all aspects of the sport for Golf Today, regularly attending tour events and visiting global golf destinations to deliver authentic, first-hand reviews and original imagery.
Sold-Out Campbeltown Charters Build Case for Better Kintyre Air Links
Three fully booked flights are testing demand for easier access to Kintyre.
Trump Turnberry Opens Trump’s Twelve to Expand Ayrshire Golf Offering
The 12-hole par-three layout adds a shorter, flexible option for families, beginners and accomplished players at the four-time Open Championship venue.
Mariel Galdiano Leads Portland Classic as Amateur María José Marín Tied One Shot Back
Galdiano produced a career-best birdie total and needed only 22 putts for an opening 65.
Jordan Spieth Shares FedEx St. Jude Lead After Bogey-Free 65
Spieth began the FedExCup Playoffs outside the top 50, but a controlled opening round at TPC Southwind strengthened his chance of extending his season.
Phil Mickelson Disputes Misconduct Allegations Linked to California Golf Club Departures
The six-time major champion has hit back at a Skratch investigation alleging his conduct led to exits from three private clubs, with his representatives calling…
Tyrrell Hatton Joins McKibbin and Meronk in British Masters Field After LIV Finale Cancellation
The cancellation of LIV Golf’s planned $40 million team event has given The Belfry an unexpected field boost, with three leading players filling the new…
Lucas Bjerregaard Thrills Home Fans in Denmark as Félix Mory Leads
A course-record 65 put Mory one ahead at Great Northern, while Bjerregaard opened with a 66 as he pursues a first DP World Tour title…
Niemann Completes Wire-to-Wire LIV Golf New York Win as Crushers Rally
The Torque GC captain resisted Harold Varner III’s final-round challenge at Bedminster, while Crushers GC overturned an eight-shot deficit to secure another record team victory.
Michael Brennan Wins Wyndham Championship and Secures FedExCup Playoffs Place
A closing 64 at Sedgefield carried the 24-year-old to his second PGA Tour title.
Anna Huang Secures Fourth LET Title With Wire-to-Wire PIF London Win
The 17-year-old Canadian eagled the final hole at Centurion Club to beat Charley Hull by two shots and break Lydia Ko’s LET age record.
New Rise Carry-On and Checked Luggage Expand OGIO Travel Range
The hard-sided cases bring coordinated luggage to the Rise collection, while a new aloe finish extends across four of OGIO’s existing travel accessories.
Michael Brennan & Beau Hossler Share Wyndham Lead With Playoffs at Stake
Hossler must claim his first PGA Tour victory to reach the postseason, while Brennan can qualify without winning.
Anna Huang Takes Three-Shot Lead Into PIF London Championship Final Round
The 17-year-old Canadian closed a bogey-free 65 with her third eagle of the week at Centurion Club.
Beau Hossler Keeps One-Shot Wyndham Championship Lead Into Weekend
Hossler needs his first PGA Tour victory to reach the FedExCup Playoffs.
Anna Huang Leads PIF London Championship as Charley Hull Shoots Record 62
The 17-year-old Canadian holds a one-shot halfway advantage at Centurion Club after Hull matched the lowest round in Ladies European Tour history.
Beau Hossler Leads Wyndham Championship After Opening 61, Needs Win for Playoffs
Hossler finished with an eagle and two late birdies at Sedgefield, taking a one-shot lead in the PGA Tour regular-season finale.
Anna Huang Leads PIF London Championship After Opening 67
The 17-year-old Canadian holds a one-shot advantage.
Shura Links Set for Five New European Routes From December
The all-premium flights will bring Brian Curley’s island course closer to European golfers.
Michael Thorbjornsen Claims First PGA Tour Title With Closing 63 at Rocket Classic
The 24-year-old produced a bogey-free final round and holed a 26-foot birdie putt at the last to beat Xander Schauffele in Detroit.
Shiho Kuwaki Wins Maiden Major in AIG Women’s Open Playoff
The 23-year-old defeated Esther Henseleit over two extra holes at Royal Lytham & St Annes, continuing Japan’s run of success in the championship.