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\"PegasusPegasus 3 Box Office (Photo Credit: Instagram)<\/p>\n

Among Hollywood films released so far in 2026, Pixar\u2019s animated sci-fi comedy Hoppers<\/a> is currently leading the worldwide box office chart with a $248.6\u00a0million global haul, followed by Wuthering Heights<\/a> ($236.1 million) and Scream 7 ($191.6 million). However, on a global scale, the Chinese sports film Pegasus 3 currently stands as the year\u2019s highest-grossing title with a total of $609.1 million, according to Box Office Mojo\u2019s<\/a> yearly chart. The film has even outperformed its predecessors, Pegasus (2019) and Pegasus 2 (2024), which earned $255.9 million and $422.9 million, respectively.<\/p>\n

With a strong worldwide total of $609.1 million, Pegasus 3 sits comfortably at the top for now. That said, with Ryan Gosling\u2019s Project Hail Mary gaining momentum and another potential blockbuster, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, set to hit theaters soon, the Chinese film may find it challenging to hold on to the No. 1 spot for long.<\/p>\n

This brings us to another interesting question: how close is the Chinese sports film Pegasus 3 to surpassing Brad Pitt\u2019s acclaimed 2025 Formula One drama F1 at the global box office? Let\u2019s take a closer look.<\/p>\n

Pegasus 3 vs. F1 \u2013 Box Office Comparison<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how the two sports films stack up at the box office, according to data from Box Office Mojo:<\/p>\n

Pegasus 3 \u2013 Box Office Summary<\/p>\n

North America: $1.4 million
\nInternational: $607.7 million
\nWorldwide: $609.1 million<\/p>\n

F1 \u2013 Box Office Summary<\/p>\n

North America: $189.6 million
\nInternational: $444.4 million
\nWorldwide: $634 million<\/p>\n

What the Numbers Indicate<\/p>\n

Looking at the figures above, the Chinese sports film is currently trailing Brad Pitt\u2019s critically acclaimed sports drama by roughly $24.9 million in total earnings. If Pegasus 3 continues to maintain momentum and posts steady weekend and weekday numbers, it still has a chance to potentially outgross F1 in the coming weeks. However, the final outcome will be clearer only after its ongoing theatrical run concludes.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s Pegasus 3 All About<\/p>\n

Directed by Han Han, the sports film follows racing champion Zhang Chi (Shen Teng), who returns to the Bayanbulak Rally with a new team. As he competes against strong international drivers, he must rely on his experience and leadership to overcome tough challenges and chase another big win.<\/p>\n

Pegasus 3 \u2013 Official Trailer<\/p>\n

Note: Box office numbers are based on estimates and various sources. Numbers have not been independently verified by Koimoi.<\/p>\n

Stay tuned to Koimoi for more box office updates<\/a> and stories.<\/p>\n

Must Read: Project Hail Mary North America Box Office: Surpasses Dune: Part One\u2019s Lifetime Earnings In One Week \u2013 Here\u2019s What It Still Needs To Become 2026\u2019s Top-Grossing Title<\/a><\/p>\n

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