With nowdays internet video streaming technology it could be quite possible to bet on windsurfing , kitesurfing race event around the world.
More emotion that dog or horse running IMO.
Finger crossed when our favorite do jibes !!
More money for the industry and business also good..
Brings professionals closer together
What is also very important that due to high moral standards windsurfers and not prone for bribery as jockeys 
In the 90's and later it's admitted by the international administrators of cricket that most of the matches played not involving Aust+Eng were rigged.
You had certain players on the phone to the bookies while the matches were being played.
Ever wondered why so many India v Pakistan series were so close?
WWF wrestling.
