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Dude was surrounded by who knows how many other people, trapped on the subway. It wasn't one on one.

It's not like your pride or honor is at stake here guys, there is nothing wrong with running when you have no self defense except your fist (which do not trump possible infected needle). If you have a taser or a gun, good you have the option of using it or you can still run as well. Stop telling people to grow some balls and accommodate for their nature which may be naturally non-aggressive.
Wise words. No shame in being scared. Situations like this take you by surprise anyway. Give up the phone and call insurance, and secretly hope he overdoses. Only pick the fights that are worth the trouble.