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Media & DigitalTV commentator & golf-business consultant

Timothy Low

From touring professional → to a leading Asian golf broadcaster and consultant.

“It's much easier to say yes first and figure it out later.”
Golf Asia, 2026

A former touring pro who built a multi-tour broadcasting portfolio and paired it with golf-business roles for a durable career.

Where they started

Entered the Singapore Sports School in 2005, pursued professional golf on the Asian Development Tour and in the Middle East and Africa, then said yes to a first guest slot with FOX Sports.

Career milestones

  1. Player

    Competed as a touring professional before moving into media.

  2. 2015

    Became a TV presenter and commentator for the Asian Tour.

  3. 2019

    Founded Compass Golf Club.

  4. 2021

    Added KLPGA English commentary and a golf-business consulting role.

What they do today

  • Deliver live commentary and studio anchoring.
  • Report from the course and interview players.
  • Host corporate and tournament events.
  • Prepare research and storylines for each show.

Advice for aspiring professionals

How to get started in this speciality.

  • Build a portfolio across multiple tours rather than relying on one contract.
  • Pair on-air work with business roles for income stability.
  • A distinctive personal brand makes you easy to book.
Your first step

Create a short commentary demo reel covering a tournament highlight.

Read or watch nextGolf Asia — 'Behind the Mic: Timothy Low's Story' (2026)

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