Apparently the Michelin Muds were selected for their ability to resist punctures. Not sure how much difference that'd make but Van Aert certainly seemed to be making more conservative, slower line choices.
http://www.cxmagazine.com/wout-van-aert-green-michelin-mud-dugast-cyclocross-tubulars-2017-worlds
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Apparently the Michelin Muds were selected for their ability to resist punctures. Not sure how much difference that'd make but Van Aert certainly seemed to be making more conservative, slower line choices.
http://www.cxmagazine.com/wout-van-aert-green-michelin-mud-dugast-cyclocross-tubulars-2017-worlds