Jockey Tiffani Brooker and trainer James Healy celebrated a milestone victory at the Sunshine Coast on Saturday when Arabian Rose claimed the $300,000 Glasshouse Handicap (1400m) at Corbould Park. The win marked Healy’s first stakes success and was especially significant as it came at his home track.

Brooker described the triumph as a career highlight, comparing it to the prestige of a Group 1 win. Having grown up in the Glasshouse Mountains, she said the race held personal meaning. "For some reason, maybe because I grew up in the Glasshouse Mountains, I’ve always wanted to win the Glasshouse," she said.

Arabian Rose, a four-year-old mare trained by Healy, entered the race as the third emergency and initially appeared unlikely to gain a spot in the field. However, with some late scratchings, the mare was able to start and ultimately delivered a strong performance. Arabian Rose finished narrowly ahead of Cifrado and Anemacore, both priced at $12, while the favorite, Gerringong, came in fourth.

Healy shared that the Glasshouse Handicap had been a target for Arabian Rose for some time. "This race has been the plan for a long time now, but when the nominations came out I thought we had no chance of getting a run," he said. He expressed satisfaction that things fell into place and highlighted Brooker’s dedication. "I’m so happy for Tiff, she’s been part of the stable from the start and this win will mean more to her than anyone."

The trainer noted Brooker’s commitment despite challenges during the mare’s previous preparation, stating she “got the drag” from the horse but persevered. "She works hard, so she deserves all the credit," Healy added, praising Arabian Rose as a “beautiful horse” with even better performances expected in the future.

Leanne Healy, James Healy’s mother, also attended the race and was moved by the achievement. She praised her son’s determination and hard work throughout his career. "He’s worked so hard and he’s always been determined all his life in whatever he did," she said.

Arabian Rose’s success at the Glasshouse Handicap marks a significant step for the Sunshine Coast team, with both jockey and trainer expressing optimism about what lies ahead.