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Privately, those at Liverpool during the time, including Firmino, were aware that the competition between Salah and Mane helped them reach their personal pinnacles.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Privately held Colossal raised $200 million early last year on terms that gave it a putative valuation of $10.2 billion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Privately held Sazerac has also approached Brown-Forman regarding a potential deal, according to reports.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Privately, they say he is rude, crude and socially unacceptable while defending him publicly.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

Privately, Johnston was even more forceful, telling friends that to continue fighting under such circumstances would be “criminal.”

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson