More WYD pix from July 20

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The masses return to their lodgings after the conclusion of the World Youth Day Closing Mass July 20 in Sydney.

The Colorado Springs and Las Vegas pilgrims do a final count prior to exiting Randwick Racecourse.

Local pilgrims listen to the pope issue farewell words after the conclusion of the closing Mass.

Curious onlookers got a decent look at the proceedings from a fence outside the grounds.

(All Herald photos by Bill Howard)