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 lifelong 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 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.
Jenny Shin Ends 10-Year Wait With Two-Shot Women’s Scottish Open Win
The Korean held on through a difficult final round at Dundonald Links to claim her second LPGA Tour title and first LET victory.
Jackson Koivun Takes Three-Shot 3M Open Lead After Record Back Nine
The 21-year-old PGA Tour rookie surged to 20-under with two eagles in a closing 28, leaving Emiliano Grillo and Ben Kohles as his nearest challengers.
Jerry Kelly & Cameron Percy Share 54-Hole Lead at Senior Open
Percy eagled Gleneagles’ closing hole to catch Kelly at 8-under, leaving the final pair three shots clear ahead of Sunday’s final round.
Jenny Shin Holds Five-Shot Lead Before Scottish Open Final Round
A one-under 71 kept Shin firmly in control at Dundonald Links, where Pajaree Anannarukarn produced Saturday’s only bogey-free round to remain her nearest challenger.
Michael Kim Shoots Historic 59 to Lead 3M Open by Three
Kim closed with four consecutive birdies and holed a 24-foot putt at the last, securing the 16th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history.
Jenny Shin Builds Five-Shot Lead at 2026 Women’s Scottish Open
The Korean followed her opening 66 with a five-under 67 at Dundonald Links, using sharp putting and 13 birdies across two rounds to separate herself…
Cameron Percy Takes Three-Shot Senior Open Lead Into Weekend
The Australian recovered from two early bogeys to shoot 68 on a demanding King’s Course, with Jerry Kelly his closest challenger after 36 holes.
Golf Pride’s New CP Grip Focuses on Soft Feel and Lighter Pressure
The latest model in the CP collection combines targeted traction, impact cushioning and a larger lower-hand profile.
Trump Doonbeg sets the stage for the 2026 Irish Open
A firsthand review of the spectacular Trump International Golf Links Doonbeg as it prepares to host the star-studded 2026 Amgen Irish Open. Simon Bale discovers…
Ben Kohles Fires First-Round 62 to Lead 3M Open, Scheffler Three Back
A closing eagle gave Kohles a career-low round and his first outright lead after 18 holes in an individual PGA Tour event.
Jenny Shin & Lauren Coughlin Share Women’s Scottish Open Lead
The co-leaders shot six-under 66s in testing conditions at Dundonald Links, with A Lim Kim one stroke behind and defending champion Lottie Woad facing work…
Cameron Percy Takes One-Shot Senior Open Lead at Gleneagles
The Australian’s four consecutive birdies around the turn powered a 63, with Lionel Alexandre closest and four major names two shots behind.
Foremost Golf Partners With Melanoma Fund on Sun Safety
The long-term programme will give PGA Professionals across the UK and Ireland training and practical resources to encourage better sun protection at golf clubs.
Sotogrande Places Three Courses in Golf Digest’s Spanish Top Six
La Reserva Club has climbed to a career-best sixth place, joining Real Club Valderrama and Real Club de Golf Sotogrande near the head of the…
The Dalaman Golf Club Set for August 30 Opening
Türkiye’s newest championship course will combine a 6,728-yard coastal layout with TrackMan practice facilities and direct access to the 550-room Hilton Dalaman Sarıgerme Resort &…
BGL Summer Pass Makes Family Golf More Affordable This School Holiday
Families can make repeat adventure golf visits for six weeks, try the driving range and receive dining discounts at five BGL venues across England.
Stefano Mazzoli Rallies to Win Corales Puntacana Championship
A closing 66 and a 24-foot birdie on the final green carried the Italian to his first PGA Tour title, membership through 2027 and a…
Todd Clements Takes Two-Shot Lead Into Corales Puntacana Final Round
The Englishman reached 18-under with a third-round 67, leaving Ben James as his closest challenger before Sunday’s finish in the Dominican Republic.
Todd Clements Takes Two-Shot Lead Into Corales Puntacana Weekend
The Englishman reached 13-under with a bogey-free 66, setting PGA Tour career bests for his 36-hole score and position.
Todd Clements and Ivan Cantero Gutierrez Share Corales Lead After Opening 65s
Both leaders recovered from early setbacks to reach seven under in winds gusting to 22 mph.