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.
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.
New R&A Film Charts Michael Chuma’s Journey From Nkandabwe to African Amateur Golf
A new short film follows the Zambian golfer’s rise through community programmes, international competition and a high-performance pathway supporting young African talent.
The R&A Marks 10 Years of Greenlinks at The 154th Open
Royal Birkdale spectators will encounter renewable energy, refill stations and habitat-focused projects as The R&A reports lower emissions and five Championships without waste going to…
Callaway Golf Europe Launches Pass It On Film Ahead of The Open
The 60-second film connects Royal Birkdale’s major championship stage with a grandfather, his grandson and the municipal course where a new golfer begins to learn…
2026 Open Championship Preview from Royal Birkdale
The final men’s major of 2026 brings a powerful field to a renovated Royal Birkdale, where leading contenders must solve fast links conditions and more…
Pin Vision Partners With HowDidiDo and intelligentgolf on Unified GPS and Scoring Platform
The integration will put live flag yardages, digital scoring, pace-of-play data and club updates inside the member apps golfers already use.
Provision Events Completes Genesis Scottish Open Fan Experience Village
The project was the first completed event under a three-year tournament partnership, with the delivery team now moving directly into further championship work during a…
Steven Fisk Wins ISCO Championship Playoff for Second PGA TOUR Title
A steady par on the third extra hole ended a tense duel at Hurstbourne and strengthened Fisk’s position in the FedExCup standings.
Tom Kim Wins 2026 Genesis Scottish Open With Closing 64
The South Korean completed a full-circle return at The Renaissance Club, controlling the back nine to secure his maiden DP World Tour and Rolex Series…
Haeran Ryu Wins Amundi Evian Championship Playoff for Back-to-Back Majors
The South Korean followed her record 60 on Saturday with two late birdies on the 18th, defeating Brooke Henderson after both finished regulation at 19…
Matt Fitzpatrick, Robert MacIntyre & Min Woo Lee Share Genesis Scottish Open Lead
The former champions and overnight leader reached 12-under by different routes, setting up a tightly packed final round at The Renaissance Club.
Lucas Glover Leads ISCO Championship by One Shot Into Final Round
A cooler putter reduced Glover’s advantage at Hurstbourne, while Aaron Wise’s closing birdies set up a tight Sunday contest in Louisville.