Go with it, moving in then letting go to turn it into an “accidental” punch to the solar plexus. Leopard’s paw works better on really ripped and/or fat people.
Note: I’ve never actually done that, but my martial arts background and my underlying desire to be like the old master in the kung fu movie facing off against the annoying arrogant youngster tell me it is a good idea. They’re trying to be an unyielding stone body with a fiery attitude, so be water, flow in, put them out and wash them away.
@leicester I ike that one too!
@roomwithaview: IME women also tend to be more centered and use their whole bodies better, instead of relying just on arm strength.