Insight with Chris Van Vliet Chris Masters Is Still JACKED! WWE Return, Masterlock Challenge, Best Physiques In Wrestling
Mar 17, 2026
Chris Masters, the powerhouse known as The Masterpiece with the famous Master Lock and iconic physique, shares wild locker-room stories and road-life antics. He talks about training with John Cena, near-miss title plans, the Mount Rushmore of wrestling physiques, and how his Sexy Jesus persona evolved. Expect hilarious Master Lock antics, backstage memories, and reflections on reinvention.
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Road Trips With Snitsky Were Wild
- Masters traveled extensively with Snitsky and recounts late-night stops at adult stores where Snitsky bought 'penis pills' and pantyhose, making road life surreal and comedic.
- He describes Snitsky's on-the-road quirks like needing hotels with Wi‑Fi to avoid stopping for tapes, illustrating old travel routines.
Cena Gave The First STFU And It Was Brutal
- John Cena gave Chris Masters the very first STFU and Masters says Cena's application felt like a shoot — so tight he turned Masters' face red.
- Later Kurt Angle reportedly told Cena to loosen up, showing even intense spots were sometimes real in those days.
Master Lock Struggled On Huge Opponents
- Masters says putting the Master Lock on very broad guys like Bobby Lashley was difficult and sometimes couldn't fully lock because of their shoulder size.
- He and WWE tried the move on Big Show but couldn't find a practical way to make it work on giants.