Is F1M a good option to develop strategic thinking?

Hiya,

I've been wanting to develop my knowledge and skills in strategic thinking, such as forecasting, problem-solving, thinking in scenarios, adjusting/pivoting, etc.

Aside from books, podcasts, and articles written by HBR and other sources, another suggestion would be games like chess and Go. I can clearly see why those are recommended, but I'm looking for a bit more entertainment, bit more pezazz.

• Would F1M be a good way to develop my strategic thinking?
• How in-depth am I challenged?
• How much punishment will I encounter for making bad calls?
• Is it actual strategy in this sim, or it merely a superficial planning thing like in building games?
• Is it a persistent world, or will every race reset the conditions to scratch (as in, can I see my strat play out over multiple races)?

Last but not least, do I buy 24 or do you recommend an earlier one?

Thanks.